Roasted Beet Towers with Blue Cheese, Pear, and Walnuts
These stunning roasted beet towers are a combination of sweet earthy beets, creamy tangy blue cheese, crisp juicy pears, and toasted walnuts. Finished with a drizzle of honey and fresh herbs, they’re visually striking, flavorful, and perfect for entertaining.
⏱️ Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Total Time: 50–55 minutes
📝 Ingredients
For the Roasted Beets
3 medium red beets, peeled and cut into ½-inch thick rounds
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
For the Topping
½ cup blue cheese, crumble
1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
¼ cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
1–2 tsp honey, for drizzling
Fresh thyme or microgreens, for garnish
Optional Dressing
1 tbsp balsamic glaze or reduction
🥣 Instructions
1. Roast the Beets
1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Toss beet slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Roast 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and slightly caramelized.
5. Allow to cool slightly.
2. Prepare the Toppings
Toast walnuts in a dry skillet for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
Slice pear thinly.
Crumble blue cheese.
3. Assemble the Beet Towers
1. On a serving plate, stack roasted beet slices, alternating with blue cheese and pear slices to create a tower.
2. Sprinkle toasted walnuts over the top.
3. Drizzle with honey and balsamic glaze (optional).
4. Garnish with fresh thyme or microgreens.
4. Serve
Serve warm or at room temperature as an appetizer, side, or elegant starter.
💡 Notes & Tips
Non-spicy: Naturally mild and sweet.
Vegan alternative: Use cashew cream or vegan blue cheese instead of dairy blue cheese.
Presentation tip: Use a ring mold for perfectly round beet towers.
Make ahead: Roast beets and toast nuts in advance; assemble just before serving.
Extra flavor: Add a sprinkle of sea salt flakes or cracked black pepper.
❓ Frequently asked questions FAQ
Q: Can I use golden beets instead of red?
Yes — they are sweeter and visually striking.
Q: Can I make this a salad instead of towers?
Yes — layer beet slices, pear, blue cheese, and walnuts on a plate for a rustic salad.
Q: How long do roasted beets last?
Stored in the fridge for up to 5 days, wrapped or in an airtight container.
🔢 Nutrition information
Calories: 280
Protein: 8g
Carbs: 28g
Fat: 16g
Fiber: 5g