Betabel Con Queso Recipe
Salt-roasted beets, cheese, roasted almond crumble, basil oil
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Cheese
Nuts
Herbs
Oils
Seasoning
Method
Preparation of Beets
- 1
Roasting the Beets
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Wash and scrub the beets to remove any dirt. Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil, sprinkle with sea salt, and place them on a baking sheet. Roast for about 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Once cooked, allow them to cool slightly before peeling off the skin.
Cheese and Nuts Preparation
- 2
Preparing Feta and Almonds
While the beets are roasting, crumble the feta cheese into a bowl and set aside. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the almonds for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool, then chop them roughly to create a crumble.
Basil Oil Preparation
- 3
Making Basil Oil
In a blender or food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves and olive oil. Blend until smooth. You can strain it through a fine mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother oil.
Assembly
- 4
Bringing it All Together
Once the beets have cooled and are peeled, slice them into wedges. Arrange the beet wedges on a serving plate. Top with crumbled feta cheese and sprinkle the toasted almond crumble over the top. Drizzle the basil oil generously over the dish. Season with black pepper to taste.