Beetroot Borani

Name: Beetroot Borani
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 lb red beets, peeled; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 1/2 tsp fine sea salt

A vibrant Persian yogurt dip featuring grated beets mixed with garlic, fresh herbs, and olive oil.

45 minEasyServes 4140 cal/serving

Middle EasternAppetizerStovetopVegetarianMediterraneanLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreePork-FreeLow-SodiumAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb red beets, peeled
1 cup Greek yogurt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1/2 tsp fine sea salt

Instructions

1

Place 1 lb peeled red beets in a pot, cover with water, bring to a boil, and simmer for 30 minutes until tender.
2

Drain the 1 lb peeled red beets, allow them to cool, and grate them into a bowl.
3

Add 1 cup Greek yogurt, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 tsp fine sea salt to the grated beets, mixing well.
4

Drizzle in 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and fold in 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill.
5

Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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Questions

What is Beetroot Borani?

A vibrant Persian yogurt dip featuring grated beets mixed with garlic, fresh herbs, and olive oil. This reference files it under Middle Eastern appetizer: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 45 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of Greek yogurt in Beetroot Borani?

The entry for Beetroot Borani calls for 1 cup Greek yogurt. In its place: Sour cream, measure for measure, or regular yogurt strained for an hour.

Can I make Beetroot Borani dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Beetroot Borani is 1 cup Greek yogurt. Swap the yogurt for an unsweetened coconut or soy yogurt. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Beetroot Borani low-carb?

A serving of Beetroot Borani carries 12 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 60 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 12 percent.

How do I store and reheat Beetroot Borani?

Refrigerate what is left of Beetroot Borani within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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