Description

Roasted Beet & Blue Cheese Towers are an elegant and flavorful appetizer, featuring tender roasted beets, creamy blue cheese, and caramelized pears, finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and crunchy pecans. This stunning dish is perfect for holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or an upscale side dish.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Towers:

3 medium beets, roasted and sliced into thick rounds
1 large pear, thinly sliced
½ cup blue cheese, crumbled

For the Toppings:

¼ cup pecans, toasted and roughly chopped
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
1 tablespoon olive oil
Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish

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Instructions

1️⃣ Roast the Beets

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wrap whole beets in foil and place on a baking sheet.
Roast for 45–50 minutes, until fork-tender.
Let cool, peel, and slice into ½-inch thick rounds.

2️⃣ Caramelize the Pears

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add pear slices and drizzle with honey.
Sauté for 2 minutes per side, until golden.

3️⃣ Assemble the Stacks

Place a beet slice as the base.
Add a layer of blue cheese and a caramelized pear slice.
Repeat the layers, finishing with blue cheese on top.

4️⃣ Garnish & Serve

Sprinkle with toasted pecans and fresh thyme.
Drizzle with balsamic glaze for a rich, tangy finish.
Serve immediately and enjoy this delicate yet bold appetizer!

Notes

✔ Make-Ahead Tip – Roast the beets a day ahead for easy assembly.
✔ Nut-Free Option – Omit pecans or swap for pumpkin seeds.
✔ Cheese Alternatives – Try goat cheese or feta if you prefer a milder flavor.
✔ Storage – Best served fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45
Category: Appetizer
Method: Roasting & Sautéing
Cuisine: Modern Gourmet

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 beet tower
Calories: ~220 kcal
Sugar: ~10g
Sodium: ~250mg
Fat: ~12g
Saturated Fat: ~4g
Unsaturated Fat: ~6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: ~18g
Fiber: ~4g
Protein: ~6g
Cholesterol: ~10mg