Roasted Beets with Hazelnut Vinaigrette and Burrata

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Roasted Beets with Hazelnut Vinaigrette and Burrata
Each of the components in this indulgent salad can be prepared a day ahead, making it a great choice for potlucks. Can't find burrata? Use fresh mozzarella.

6-8 servings

Recipe by Paul Kahan

Photograph by Dominique Lafond

July 2012

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons minced shallot
  • 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
  • 6 tablespoons hazelnut or grapeseed oil
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Preparation

Vinaigrette

Combine vinegar, lemon juice, and shallot in a small bowl. Stir in mustard. Gradually whisk in oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

Salad

Preheat oven to 375°. Toss beets with oil in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 13x9x2" baking dish, cover tightly with foil, and roast beets until tender (a toothpick should slide through easily), about 40 minutes. Uncover (careful of the steam); let stand until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes. Peel beets (use a paper towel to help rub off the peel), then quarter them. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

Toss beets with 1/4 cup vinaigrette in a medium bowl. Arrange burrata on a serving plate. Season with salt and pepper. Top burrata with beets; drizzle remaining vinaigrette from bowl over. Garnish with basil and hazelnuts.

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