photo by Peden + Munk
Scoop up this vibrant condiment with wedges of warm pita.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 6 servings
Ingredients
3 medium red or golden beets (about 1 pound), trimmed
Kosher salt
1 1/2 cups plain 2% fat Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint plus torn leaves for serving
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons (or more) red wine vinegar
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 450°. Place beets in a small baking dish and add hot water to come 1/2" up sides of dish; season with salt. Cover beets with a piece of parchment paper, then cover dish tightly with foil.
Step 2
Cook beets until tender, about 1 hour. Remove beets from baking dish, let cool slightly, then rub off skins with a paper towel. Coarsely grate beets.
Step 3
Mix beets, yogurt, chopped mint, tarragon, oil, and 2 teaspoons vinegar in a medium bowl; season with salt and more vinegar, if desired. Cover and chill at least 3 hours to let flavors meld.
Step 4
Top beet yogurt with mint leaves.
Step 5
DO AHEAD: Beet yogurt can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
Recipe notes
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