Roasted Candy Cane Beets with Goat Cheese and Veggie Time Seasoning
Candy cane beets are one of those vegetables that stop you in your tracks before you ever take a bite. Their red and white rings feel almost ornamental, but beneath that visual appeal is a naturally sweet, delicate beet that responds beautifully to heat. This recipe grew out of wanting to preserve that character while adding just enough richness and savory depth to make the dish feel complete.
The flavor profile leans into balance. Slow roasting concentrates the beet’s natural sugars while butter adds roundness and body during cooking. Revolution Barbecue Veggie Time Seasoning brings savory layers of garlic, onion, dried herbs, and subtle pepper notes that enhance rather than mask the vegetable itself. A final drizzle of extra virgin olive oil adds aroma and freshness, while goat cheese introduces tang and creaminess that contrasts the beets’ sweetness.
Roasted Candy Cane Beets Finished with Olive Oil and Goat Cheese
This dish is about letting candy cane beets do what they do best while giving them structure and support through technique. Roasting is key here. It softens the beets, deepens their sweetness, and brings out subtle caramel notes along the edges. Using both butter and olive oil during roasting creates a richer mouthfeel while helping the seasoning adhere evenly to every slice.
Revolution Barbecue Veggie Time Seasoning plays a central role in shaping the flavor. Its blend of dried herbs, garlic, onion, and peppers complements the sweetness of the beets without introducing bitterness or heat. The seasoning blooms gently as the beets roast, creating a savory aroma that carries through the finished dish.
Finishing with extra virgin olive oil is a deliberate choice. Added after roasting, it preserves its fresh, grassy notes and lifts the dish aromatically. Goat cheese softens against the warm beets, delivering pockets of tangy creaminess that balance the richness of the butter and oil. Each bite lands somewhere between sweet, savory, and creamy, making this a vegetable dish that feels thoughtful and complete.
- Author
- Glenn Connaughton
- Prep Time
- 10 minutes
- Cook Time
- 40 minutes
- Servings
- 6
- Category
Side Dish
- Cuisine
- American
Ingredients
- 2 pounds candy cane beets, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Revolution Barbecue Veggie Time Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
Directions
- Prepare the Beets: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper, then arrange the beet slices in a single layer.
- Season the Beets: Drizzle the beet slices with olive oil and melted butter, then coat evenly with Revolution Barbecue Veggie Time Seasoning, making sure both sides are seasoned.
- Roast the Beets: Roast for 40 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the beets are tender and lightly caramelized around the edges.
- Finish the Dish: Transfer the hot beets to a serving platter, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and finish with crumbled goat cheese while the beets are still warm.