Roasted Beet & Burrata Stack with Citrus, Pistachios & Honey

Ingredients

For the Beet Stack

• 3 medium roasted beets, peeled and sliced into ¼-inch rounds

• 8 oz (225 g) burrata cheese

• 2 small mandarins or clementines, peeled and segmented

• ¼ cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped

Honey Citrus Dressing

• 2 tbsp honey

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tsp fresh orange juice

• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice

• ½ tsp orange zest

• Pinch of flaky sea salt

• Freshly ground black pepper

Garnish

• Fresh thyme leaves

• Flaky sea salt

• Cracked black pepper

• Extra chopped pistachios

• Optional edible flowers

Instructions

Step 1: Roast the Beets

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Wrap the beets individually in foil and roast for 45–60 minutes, or until fork-tender.

Cool slightly, peel, and slice into even rounds.

Step 2: Make the Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together:

• Honey

• Olive oil

• Orange juice

• Lemon juice

• Orange zest

• Salt

• Black pepper

Set aside.

Step 3: Assemble the Stack

Arrange a beet slice on the serving plate.

Add a spoonful of torn burrata.

Top with another beet slice and repeat to create two or three layers.

Finish with extra burrata on top.

Arrange the mandarin segments over the burrata.

Sprinkle generously with chopped pistachios and fresh thyme.

Drizzle the honey citrus dressing over the entire stack.

Finish with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Toasted sourdough or crostini

• Arugula salad

• Prosciutto

• Sparkling wine

• Sauvignon Blanc

• Rosé

Tips

• Roast the beets a day ahead and chill them for easier slicing.

• Let the burrata sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving for the creamiest texture.

• Blood oranges work beautifully as an alternative to mandarins.

• Lightly toast the pistachios for extra crunch and aroma.

• A small drizzle of balsamic glaze can add a richer, tangy finish.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 as an appetizer