Description
Beet hummus is a vibrant and nutritious twist on the classic dip, combining the earthy sweetness of roasted beets with creamy chickpeas and tahini. This stunning magenta spread is not only visually appealing but also packed with essential nutrients, making it a perfect choice for entertaining or healthy snacking. Serve it with fresh veggies or pita chips for an unforgettable flavor experience that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked beets (approximately 2 medium beets)
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if using fresh beets. Wrap each beet in aluminum foil and roast for about an hour until tender. Let them cool before peeling.
- In a food processor, combine cooked beets, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture is chunky.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed—add more lemon juice or garlic if desired.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with additional olive oil; garnish with sesame seeds or herbs.
- Serve with pita chips or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting/Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg