Beet Hummus with Fresh Veggies
Beet Hummus with Fresh Veggies is a vibrant and healthy appetizer or snack featuring creamy hummus blended with roasted beets, served alongside a variety of crisp, colorful vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 medium beet, roasted and peeled
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt to taste
- 2–3 tbsp water (as needed for texture)
- Assorted fresh veggies for serving (carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, celery, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the beet in foil and roast for 45–60 minutes until fork tender. Let cool, then peel and chop.
- In a food processor, combine the roasted beet, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt.
- Blend until smooth, adding water gradually to reach desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with a bit of olive oil if desired.
- Serve with assorted fresh veggies for dipping.
Notes
- Beet can be roasted ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne or chili flakes.
- Great as a spread for wraps or sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup hummus with veggies
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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