Roasted Hasselback Beets with Dill
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Tender roasted beets sliced Hasselback-style and topped with creamy dill yogurt sauce for a flavorful, elegant side dish.
- Author: Beth
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: International/Modern
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 medium-sized beets (≈500 g), scrubbed and trimmed
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 Tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Preheat oven to 200 °C (400 °F). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Place each beet between two chopsticks (or wooden spoons) and slice thinly, leaving the base intact so it holds together.
- Brush beets all over with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Place on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 45–55 minutes, until slices are tender and bottoms are caramelized, brushing once with more oil halfway through.
- Meanwhile, whisk together Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, garlic, honey (if using), and a pinch of salt in a small bowl; chill until ready.
- When beets are done, remove from oven and let cool briefly.
- Transfer beets to a serving platter and spoon dill yogurt sauce between the slices and over the top.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh dill and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Beets can stain—wear gloves and use a cutting board that’s easy to clean.
- For extra flavor, stir in a pinch of smoked paprika or crushed red pepper into the sauce.
- Try goat cheese instead of yogurt for a richer sauce.
- These keep well: refrigerate covered for 2–3 days; reheat gently or serve cold.
- Serves well alongside grilled meats or as part of a mezze spread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beet
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg