Goat Cheese & Roasted Beet Pasta

Posted on March 21, 2025

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Get ready for a mouthwatering treat with our Roasted Beet Pasta! It’s not just delicious; it’s also a feast for the eyes with its beautiful color.

Who knew beets could make such a tasty pasta sauce? This recipe takes roasted beets, garlic, and onion, blending them with creamy goat cheese to create a sauce that’s simply out of this world.

Roasting the beets, garlic, and onion brings out their flavors and creates a creamy sauce that pairs perfectly with your favorite pasta. It’s a must-try addition to your pasta rotation!

When you think of beets, pasta might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But trust us, this dish is a game-changer! Get ready to experience pasta in a whole new way.

The secret to this recipe lies in the roasting method we use for the beets. It ensures they’re soft, tender, and bursting with flavor, resulting in a pasta dish that’s not only delicious but also stunningly colorful. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive in!

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Goat Cheese & Roasted Beet Pasta

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  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Dinner

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium/large beets (ends cut off and quartered)
  • 1 head garlic
  • ¼ large white onion
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 16 oz. bucatini pasta
  • 1 cup starchy pasta water
  • 4 oz. plain goat cheese (divided)
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
  • ½ cup roasted and salted pistachios
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400ºF. Prepare two pieces of tin foil for the beets, garlic, and onion.
  2. Wrap the beets in tin foil, drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Seal tightly. Repeat the process for the garlic and onion.
  3. Place the wrapped vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes until the beets are tender.
  4. While the vegetables roast, boil salted water and cook the bucatini until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
  5. Peel the roasted beets and transfer them to a blender with the onion and garlic.
  6. Add olive oil, goat cheese, salt, and pasta water to the blender. Blend until smooth.
  7. Combine the sauce with cooked pasta in a large bowl or warm it in a saucepan.
  8. Serve the pasta topped with remaining goat cheese, pistachios, dill, lemon zest, and flaky salt.
  9. Enjoy your vibrant and flavorful Roasted Beet Pasta!

Notes

  • Roasting beets in tin foil helps retain moisture and speeds up cooking.
  • Roasting time may vary based on beet size and oven.
  • Adjust pasta water for desired sauce consistency.
  • Canned or store-bought roasted beets may result in less vibrant color.

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