Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the beets thoroughly. Trim off the tops and roots.
Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil or place them in a baking dish. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Roast for 45-60 minutes, or until the beets are easily pierced with a fork. Cooking time will depend on the size of the beets.
Let the beets cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, peel the skins off. They should slip off easily.
Cut the beets into wedges or slices.
In a bowl, toss the roasted beets with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Arrange the beets on a serving platter. Sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese, chopped pistachios, and fresh thyme leaves.
Serve immediately or at room temperature.
Nutrition per serving (142g)
Roasting the beets individually in foil helps them cook evenly.
To avoid staining your hands, wear gloves while peeling the beets.
You can roast the beets ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to assemble the appetizer.
Other nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, can be substituted for pistachios.
A drizzle of honey or a balsamic glaze can be added for extra sweetness.
If you are short on time, you can buy pre-cooked beets, but the flavour and texture will be better with freshly roasted ones.
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