Description
A vibrant twist on the classic chickpea dip, this beet hummus is creamy, nutritious, and perfect for a healthy snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked beets, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Water as needed
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients. Ensure that your cooked beets are diced and your chickpeas are rinsed and drained.
- In a food processor, combine the diced beets, chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Pulse until the ingredients start to blend.
- Continue blending until completely smooth. Add water slowly if too thick, one tablespoon at a time, to achieve the desired consistency.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as preferred, blending again briefly to mix.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider roasting the beets before using them. Substitute Greek yogurt for some tahini for a creamier texture. Add spices like cumin or smoked paprika for a flavorful twist.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg