Beets With Horseradish and Pumpkin Seeds Recipe (2024)

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cjs415

Hmmm. Never seen canned yellow beets. Guess I haven't looked hard enough. Also, I always roast beets with their jackets on and mine come out with the rings. I usually leave them in their skin and let them cool down before putting them in the fridge and I don't peel until ready to use. I leave on a bit of the tail and of the stem for roasting which I remove with the peel. I would roast the colors separately and only combine when plating to preserve the color.

Laura K

Chef Diane

David, the wrapping in foil creates some steam that will help the skins to slip of SO much more easily than if you simply roasted them!

Bob

Made this tonight with red and golden beets from our garden. It’s a wonderful recipe as-is and tastes amazing!

anne

Used pistachio nuts!

Dee

This sour cream-horseradish-lemon juice-toasted pumpkin seeds sauce is amazing other root vegetables. I used on beets but also tried with carrots and think turnips or potatoes would be awesome too.

krisby

I'm curious. Why would you want to make this with canned beets?

McKlem

Made this with Greek yogurt, and it was delicious.

Liz

I like to sub thick plain yogurt in place of sour cream. Same delicious horseradish combo which I use on potatoes or any other root vegetable as well as beets.

Ben J

Yum. Perfect for Yom Kippur.

Camille

With pre-steamed beets (you can get them everywhere in France...don't know for US) it takes 5 minutes. It's such a weird recipe and I am pleasantly surprised by how good it is. It's also cheap, filling and healthy. I'm making it for the 5th or 6th time tonight!

Jennie

I used the shelf-stable cooked beets for this, and was generous with the sauce. I thought I would love this more than I did--it was adequate, not special, just not very tasty (surprising considering all that horseradish). A disappointment.

Lisa

Old time beet roaster here! If you're going to roast your own, be thoughtful about what you're wearing (something you don't mind inadvertently turning red or pink) and think about donning gloves for the peel.

Carol

As a big fan of roasted beets I had high hopes for this. It was good, not great. The only change I made was using nonfat greek yogurt rather than sour cream. Perhaps this was the difference between good and great. I never use oil for roasting beets. The skin slips right off so I can't see the reason here.

anne

Lebne! Pomegranate!

Matt

I used the Geffen beets from Costco, worked well. And a bit more horseradish, but that's a taste thing. I like horseradish. A pretty and flavorful take on beets.

Jessica

This was okay. I don’t know if it worth making again.

amanda

Used store bought tube of wasabi instead of horseradish and it was excellent!

shannonj

Made this for thanksgiving and our friends loved it—it was one guest’s favorite dish! Definitely taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed, and liberally salt and pepper the cooked beets before saucing. I also toasted the pepitas with a little olive oil and salt to make sure they were toasty and delish.

Julia

Delicious! Made with vegan sour cream and turned out fantastic.

Carol Macoomb

This is just the most delicious salad recipe! My family loves it…. highly recommend.

word to wise

If you’re using regular pumpkin seeds ( even “low sodium” brand from local grocery store), no way do you need to add any salt in the cooking process, unless you love overly salty food. Otherwise, you’re good!

Mike D

Really enjoyed this. Did half the horseradish and it turned out great. Might try more next time but the toasted pumpkin seeds are a nice touch.

Kit K

We took a shortcut and used the already cooked beets in the cold produce section. The combination of the horseradish and the beet was fantastic. Served this on a bed of arugula and it was fantastic.

Joanne Weaver

I have had trouble with cooked yellow beets getting black spots. Nasty surprise when planning to use them for a special dinner. Anyone else with this problem and what can be done?

Stephanie

Delicious. Love the sauce. But did not like the pumpkin seeds on this - added weird crunch but the beets and horseradish sauce were amazing.

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Beets With Horseradish and Pumpkin Seeds Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What do you eat with beet horseradish? ›

The horseradish lends the relish a unique heat that tickles your nose while grated beets provide an earthy sweetness. I like to pair it with sausages or other roasted meats (which is quite typical) —but sometimes eat it with nothing more than a cracker.

How do you make beets better? ›

Scrub the whole, unpeeled beets and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil or coat in butter, then roast at 400°F for 45–60 minutes until tender. Roasting is a low-moisture method that caramelizes sugars and helps beets retain more nutrients compared to boiling.

Is Beet horseradish spicy? ›

The sweetness of the beets really mellows out the heat of the horseradish, though the earthiness of both combine with the cured meat and savory bread to make for a dark and delicious meal.”

Is horseradish and beets good for you? ›

Betalins help lessen growth of tumor cells in the colon, stomach, nerve, lung, breast, prostate, and testicl*s. Beets are especially protective of our eyes and our nervous system. They also help protect against heart disease, birth defects, and cancer. Beets are rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and manganese.

Is beet horseradish healthy? ›

Yes, horseradish is healthy! This root vegetable is low in calories and packed with nutrients, including vitamin C, potassium, calcium, and magnesium. It also contains glucosinolates, compounds that have been linked to various health benefits, such as cancer prevention and immune system support.

What is the most delicious way to eat beets? ›

Roasted with goat cheese.

– The classic, all-time favorite preparation. Roast beets until they are tender and juicy, then eat them with some spicy greens and piquant goat cheese. Add some hazelnuts and you're in heaven.

What is the tastiest way to eat beets? ›

You can use cooked beets in salads, to make hummus or to blend into smoothies. They can be diced for slaw, quartered for a grain bowl or mashed to make a dip or spread. Their thick and chewy texture is even great in a galette or quesadilla.

How to make beets taste delicious? ›

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir shredded beets in hot butter until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Pour water over the beets, cover skillet with a lid, and simmer beets until completely softened, about 10 minutes. Stir balsamic vinegar with the beets; season with salt and pepper.

What does beet horseradish taste like? ›

This condiment is one that I make every single year. It is that yummy! The relish is a vibrant red with an earthy sweetness from the beets, an undercurrent of acidity from the cider vinegar and a warming kick from the horseradish.

Why is horseradish so good? ›

Horseradish, like other members of the mustard plant family, contains a chemical compound called sinigrin. Sinigrin has been shown to help reduce inflammation by blocking or changing the parts of the immune system that cause inflammation.

How long does beet horseradish last? ›

Transfer the beet horseradish to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least a few hours to let the flavors meld together. What is this? Store the beet horseradish in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

What's the best way to eat horseradish? ›

I like to grate it into sour cream to create an easy sauce for beef or schnitzel, or into some ketchup to make a co*cktail sauce for shrimp, or into/onto the myriad other food items that benefit from the peppery, radish-y, herbal, hot bite of horseradish.

Is horseradish good for your stomach? ›

However, it contains mustard oil, which is extremely irritating to the lining of the mouth, throat, nose, digestive system, and urinary tract. Horseradish can cause side effects including stomach upset, bloody vomiting, and diarrhea. It may also slow down the activity of the thyroid gland.

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