Roasted Beet Goat Cheese Stack (Printable)
Sweet roasted beets paired with creamy goat cheese, fresh herbs, and a balsamic drizzle in stacked layers.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 4 medium beets, trimmed and scrubbed
→ Dairy
02 - 5 oz goat cheese, softened
→ Herbs & Seasonings
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
05 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Dressing
06 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
08 - 1 teaspoon honey
→ Garnish
09 - 2 tablespoons toasted walnuts, chopped (optional)
10 - Microgreens or arugula leaves (optional)
# How To Make:
01 - Heat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil and arrange on a baking sheet. Roast for 40 to 50 minutes until tender when pierced with a knife. Let cool, then peel and slice into 1/4 inch rounds.
03 - Combine goat cheese with half of the chopped chives and thyme in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
04 - Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey in a separate bowl to create the dressing.
05 - Place a beet slice on a serving plate, spread a layer of herbed goat cheese, and repeat to build 2 to 3 layers, finishing with a beet slice on top.
06 - Lightly drizzle stacks with dressing, sprinkle remaining herbs on top, then garnish with walnuts and microgreens or arugula if desired.
07 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The earthy sweetness of roasted beets plays beautifully against tangy goat cheese without needing fancy techniques.
- It looks like something from a restaurant menu but comes together with ingredients you probably already have.
02 -
- Let the beets cool completely before you try to peel them or you will burn your fingers and the skins will stick stubbornly instead of slipping off.
- If your goat cheese is too stiff it will tear the beet slices when you spread it, so make sure it is soft and spreadable before you start assembling.
03 -
- Wear gloves when peeling the beets or your hands will look like you committed a crime, the stains are stubborn and take scrubbing to remove.
- A offset spatula makes spreading the goat cheese much easier and keeps the layers neat without smudging the edges.