Citrus and Mezcal Roasted Vegetables
Elevate your vegetable game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe. Perfect for any gathering, these roasted vegetables are infused with a smoky mezcal and zesty citrus marinade. Enjoy the complex flavors that come together in this delicious side dish that's sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
🥕 3 red beets
🌕 2 golden beets
🍈 1 lb frozen lima beans
🌽 1 can white corn, drained
🍋 1 lime, zest and juice
🍊 1 orange, juice and zest
🧄 2 garlic cloves, minced
🍶 3/4 cup of Mezcal
🥑 1/4 cup of avocado oil
🧂 Salt
🧂 Black pepper
Instructions
1- Preparation:
- Rub your hands and nails with cooking oil to prevent stains from the red beets. Peel the red beets and dice them into small cubes. Set them aside in a separate bowl to prevent staining the other vegetables.
- Peel and dice the golden beets. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the frozen lima beans and the drained white corn to the bowl with the golden beets.
2- Marinade:
- In a separate bowl, combine the zest and juice of both the lime and the orange.
- Add the minced garlic, mezcal, and avocado oil. Mix well to combine.
3- Seasoning:
- Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the golden beet mixture.
- Pour the citrus and mezcal marinade over the vegetables. Toss until everything is well-coated.
4- Cooking:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the red beets on a separate baking sheet to avoid color bleeding.
- Distribute the golden beet mixture evenly on another baking sheet.
- Roast both sheets in the oven for 25 minutes, or until the marinade has mostly dried and the vegetables are tender.
5- Serving:
- Once cooked, mix the red beets with the golden beet mixture.
- Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy this vibrant side dish.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Equipment: Knife, Cutting Board, Baking Sheets, Mixing Bowls, Oven
Cooking Tips:
- To avoid beet stains, wear gloves while handling.
- Ensure even roasting by not overcrowding the baking sheets.
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Citrus and Mezcal Roasted Vegetables
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