Ingredients

  • 5 lbs mixed medium beets, such as red, gold and pink, washed and tops removed
  • 2 oranges, halved
  • 2 lemons, halved
  • 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • flakey sea salt (for serving)
  • fresh ground black pepper
  • torn mint leaf (for serving)
  • chopped chives (for serving)
  • toasted black and white sesame seeds (for serving)
  • vegetable oil (for brushing)

Directions

  • Prepare a grill for medium high heat; thoroughly clean grates and brush with oil. Grill whole, unpeeled beets, covered, turning every 10 minutes, until tender and a skewer or cake tester can easily slide into the center, 40-50 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap and let steam for 30 minutes. Using a paper towel, rub beet to remove skin (it should slip off easily, wear gloves to avoid staining your hands). Trim root end and cut beets into wedges.
  • Meanwhile, grill oranges and lemons, turning once, until fruit is caramelized and peel is charred, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Toss beets with a squeeze of the grilled citrus, a drizzle of olive oil, some flaky sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Top with mint, chives and toasted sesame seeds.

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