Marinated Beets with Pistachios and Tarragon

Tender roasted beets marinated in a sherry vinegar and olive oil dressing, topped with crunchy pistachios and fresh tarragon. A beautiful side dish that balances earthy, tangy, and herbal flavors.

6 servings
2 hr 50 min

Ingredients

  • 1 pound baby yellow or red beets
  • ½ cup Sherry or red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 medium shallot
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • ¼ cup raw pistachios
  • 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat oven to 425°. Combine beets, 1/4 cup vinegar, 2 tablespoons oil, and 1/4 cup water in a baking dish; season with salt. Cover with foil and steam until beets are tender, 40.50 minutes. Let cool slightly. Rub off skins with paper towels; cut beets into quarters (or 1/2" wedges if larger).

    45 min

  2. 2.

    Toss beets with shallot, thyme, remaining 1/4 cup vinegar, and remaining 1/4 cup oil in a large bowl; season with salt. Let sit at least 2 hours.

    120 min

  3. 3.

    Toss with pistachios and tarragon just before serving.

    5 min

  4. 4.

    Do ahead: Beets can be marinated 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.