Beets With Horseradish Cream

Beets are widely considered to be a superfood, full of antioxidants, fiber, folate, potassium and vitamin C. Perfect for Passover, this simple side is low in carbohydrate and a good source of nutrients.

Learn more about holiday eating in “Healthy Holiday Meals.”[1]

Endnotes:

“Healthy Holiday Meals.”: https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/healthy-living/nutrition-exercise/healthy-holiday-meals/

Source URL: https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/sides/beets-with-horseradish-cream/

Ingredients

4 medium beets (about 2 inches in diameter)
1/3 cup low-fat sour cream
1 1/4 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pinch black pepper
Cilantro (optional)

Directions

1. Trim beets, leaving root and 1 inch of stem. Scrub beets; place in large saucepan; cover with water. Cover; bring to a boil, reduce heat and boil 45 minutes, or until tender.

2. Combine sour cream, horseradish, salt and pepper in small bowl.

3. Remove beets from heat; drain. When cooled; peel and cut into wedges. Transfer to plates and top with Horseradish Cream. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.

Yield: 4 servings. Serving size: 1 cup.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 59, Carbohydrates: 10 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 7 mg, Sodium: 231 mg, Fiber: 2 g

Exchanges per serving: 2 Vegetable.