Grilled Kidney Beans with Beetroot
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners that comes together in under an hour. Grilled kidney beans with beetroot is a beautiful, satisfying dish that proves plant based meals can be just as hearty as anything else. Kidney beans are packed with fiber and protein, making them incredibly filling, while the earthy sweetness of roasted beetroot balances perfectly with tangy balsamic vinegar. What I love most is how simple it is to prepare, even on busy nights, and the whole thing costs just a few dollars to make. The toasted pumpkin seeds add a wonderful crunch at the end, tying everything together beautifully.
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Ingredients
- 2 canscanned kidney beans(drained and rinsed)
- 4 mediumfresh beetroot(peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 3 tablespoonsbalsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme(chopped)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 mediumred onion(thinly sliced)
- ½ teaspoonsea salt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 tablespoonmaple syrup
- 3 tablespoonsfresh parsley(chopped for garnish)
- 59 mltoasted pumpkin seeds(for topping)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Pat the drained kidney beans dry with paper towels to help them crisp up during grilling.
Tip: Dry beans will char better and develop a smoky crust.
- 2
In a large bowl, toss the beetroot cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, half the thyme, salt, and pepper. Spread on a grill-safe tray or grill basket and place on the grill for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and tender.
Tip: Beetroot takes longer than beans, so start it first.
- 3
In another bowl, combine the kidney beans with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, red onion, remaining thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- 4
Transfer the kidney bean mixture to a grill basket or skewers and grill for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally, until the beans develop light char marks and are heated through.
Tip: Use a grill basket to prevent beans from falling through the grates.
- 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and maple syrup until well combined. This creates your glaze.
Tip: The maple syrup balances the acidity of the vinegar beautifully.
- 6
Once both the beans and beetroot are cooked, transfer them to a serving platter and drizzle with the balsamic-maple glaze while still warm.
- 7
Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley and toasted pumpkin seeds just before serving for added texture and nutrition.
Tip: Add garnishes right before serving to keep the parsley fresh and seeds crunchy.
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