Grilling and BBQ Recipes
Grilled Beet & Charred Citrus Salad
Description
"Amplify the flavors of this luscious salad with a little time on the grill."
Ingredients
- 5 lbs mixed medium beets, such as red, gold and pink, washed and tops removed
- 2 oranges, halved
- 2 lemons, halved
- 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- flakey sea salt (for serving)
- fresh ground black pepper
- torn mint leaf (for serving)
- chopped chives (for serving)
- toasted black and white sesame seeds (for serving)
- vegetable oil (for brushing)
Directions
- Prepare a grill for medium high heat; thoroughly clean grates and brush with oil. Grill whole, unpeeled beets, covered, turning every 10 minutes, until tender and a skewer or cake tester can easily slide into the center, 40-50 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap and let steam for 30 minutes. Using a paper towel, rub beet to remove skin (it should slip off easily, wear gloves to avoid staining your hands). Trim root end and cut beets into wedges.
- Meanwhile, grill oranges and lemons, turning once, until fruit is caramelized and peel is charred, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Toss beets with a squeeze of the grilled citrus, a drizzle of olive oil, some flaky sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Top with mint, chives and toasted sesame seeds.
