Beet Hummus with Fresh Veggies
A vibrant and creamy twist on classic hummus, this Beet Hummus is made with earthy beets and chickpeas, perfect for dipping fresh veggies or spreading on wraps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 appetizer servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cooked beets (roasted or boiled), peeled and chopped
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1/2 tsp ground cumin or smoked paprika
- For serving: carrot sticks, cucumber rounds, bell pepper strips, celery sticks, cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Place beets, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth, scraping down sides as needed. Add cumin or smoked paprika if desired.
- Add water or aquafaba (liquid from chickpeas) gradually to reach desired consistency.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with olive oil, herbs, sesame seeds, or a sprinkle of paprika.
- Arrange fresh vegetables on a platter around the beet hummus for dipping.
Notes
- Use roasted garlic for a sweeter, milder flavor.
- More beets deepen the color—add gradually while blending.
- Stir hummus before serving if stored ahead to maintain texture.
- Let it come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 batch
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://tastyera.com/beet-hummus-with-fresh-veggies/