Grilled Beets

1. Heat the grill to medium-hot – you should be able to hold your hand about an inch over the cooking grate for about 2 seconds.

2. Meanwhile, peel and slice the beets.

3. Brush the beets with olive oil or vegetable oil. Sprinkle them lightly with salt.

4. Place the beets on the grill. If using a gas grill, close the cover. Cook 8 to 10 minutes, turn, and continue cooking until the beets are tender and grill-marked, another 8 to 10 minutes.

5. Serve the beets hot, warm, or at room temperature. Drizzle them with additional olive oil for serving, if you like. This is also a great time to use any nut oils - toasted walnut oil or hazelnut oil in particular - since they so perfectly complement the earthy-yet-sweet flavor of grilled beets.