Yields Makes 4 to 6 servings

How to Make It

Step 1
1

Trim and discard tops and root ends from beets. Rinse beets, peel, and cut crosswise into 1/8- to 1/4-inch-thick slices.

Step 2
2

In a 5- to 6-quart pan over high heat, bring 1 inch of water to a boil. Place beets on a rack over water, cover pan, reduce heat, and steam until beets are tender when pierced, about 15 minutes.

Step 3
3

Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix orange peel, orange juice, vinegar, olive oil, and tarragon. Remove beets from steaming rack and add to bowl. Mix gently to coat. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Ingredients

 4 pounds beets (about 3 bunches)
 1 tablespoon grated orange peel
 1/4 cup orange juice
 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
 2 tablespoons olive oil
 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
  Salt and pepper

Directions

Step 1
1

Trim and discard tops and root ends from beets. Rinse beets, peel, and cut crosswise into 1/8- to 1/4-inch-thick slices.

Step 2
2

In a 5- to 6-quart pan over high heat, bring 1 inch of water to a boil. Place beets on a rack over water, cover pan, reduce heat, and steam until beets are tender when pierced, about 15 minutes.

Step 3
3

Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix orange peel, orange juice, vinegar, olive oil, and tarragon. Remove beets from steaming rack and add to bowl. Mix gently to coat. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Beets with Orange Vinaigrette

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