Crispy Smashed Beets with Goat Cheese

Name: Crispy Smashed Beets with Goat Cheese
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 small or 4 medium beets (about 1 pound), trimmed and either scrubbed or peeled; 0.25 cup balsamic vinegar; 2 sprigs fresh rosemary; 0.25 cup goat cheese (2 ounces), at room temperature; 2 tablespoons milk; 2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives; Pinch plus 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided; Pinch plus 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper, divided; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

Instructions

Prep:30min

Cooked beets are lightly pressed and pan-fried for a charred, crispy outer crust--similar to that of smashed potatoes. The herbed goat cheese dip makes this healthy appetizer or easy side dish even more delicious.

Updated at: Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:56 GMT