Swedish Grilled Beets with Horseradish Yogurt

Introduction

Grilling beets on the Arteflame grill brings out their natural sweetness while adding a rich, smoky flavor. This Swedish-inspired recipe pairs the grilled beets with a creamy horseradish yogurt sauce for a perfect balance of earthy, tangy, and slightly spicy notes.

Ingredients

• 4 medium beets, trimmed and scrubbed
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp prepared horseradish
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tbsp chives, chopped
• 1 tbsp honey

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins.
2. Place the napkins in the grill and stack firewood over them.
3. Light the napkins and wait about 20 minutes for the grill to be ready.

Step 2: Prepare the beets

1. Trim and scrub the beets thoroughly.
2. Brush with melted butter and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 3: Grill the beets

1. Place the beets on the outer griddle of the Arteflame grill.
2. Turn occasionally and cook for about 45 minutes, or until tender.

Step 4: Prepare the horseradish yogurt sauce

1. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, horseradish, lemon juice, dill, chives, and honey.
2. Stir well until combined and smooth.

Step 5: Serve

1. Slice the grilled beets into wedges.
2. Drizzle with horseradish yogurt sauce or serve on the side.
3. Garnish with extra dill and chives before serving.

Tips

• For extra smoky flavor, place beets closer to the center of the grill for the last few minutes before serving.
• Use a knife to check if the beets are tender – they should easily pierce through.
• Let the beets cool slightly before slicing to avoid losing their juices.

Variations

1. Swedish Mustard Beets: Replace horseradish with a tablespoon of Swedish mustard for a more traditional Scandinavian flavor.
2. Goat Cheese Beets: Crumble goat cheese over the grilled beets and drizzle with honey.
3. Spiced Beets: Add a pinch of cumin and coriander to the melted butter before brushing the beets.
4. Maple Glazed Beets: Substitute honey with maple syrup and add a sprinkle of cinnamon.
5. Garlic Herb Beets: Mix minced garlic with melted butter and brush onto the beets before grilling.

Conclusion

Grilling on the Arteflame grill gives these Swedish-inspired beets a deep, caramelized flavor, making them a standout dish. Enjoy them with the creamy horseradish yogurt sauce as a side or appetizer!

Best pairings

• Grilled salmon with lemon butter
• Swedish meatballs with lingonberry sauce
• Fresh rye bread with herbed butter
• Crisp white wine or a light, citrusy craft beer