Beets and apples add filling fiber to each bowl; plus, apples' antioxidants may help prevent metabolic syndrome, a condition characterized by excess belly fat.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) sliced beets, drained (reserve liquid)
1 McIntosh apple, peeled, cored and chopped
1/4 cup chopped shallots
1 teaspoon brown sugar
Grated zest of 1 orange
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
2 ounce goat cheese
Preparation
Pulse beets, apple, shallots, sugar, zest and salt in a food processor until pureed. Add reserved beet liquid; pulse until smooth. Transfer beet mixture to a bowl; stir in orange juice, vinegar and lemon juice. Cover and chill until cold, 1 hour. Divide among 4 bowls; garnish with chives and cheese before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
Per serving: 153 calories
3 grams fat (2 grams saturated)
27 grams carbohydrates
4 grams fiber
5 grams protein
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Self
