Description
Vibrant, creamy, and bursting with earthy-sweet flavor, this Beet Hummus with Fresh Veggies is a nutritious and visually stunning appetizer or snack. Made with simple ingredients, it’s a delicious way to enjoy more vegetables and plant-based protein.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cooked beets (roasted or boiled), peeled and chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and 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, crackers or pita chips
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine chopped beets, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Add water or aquafaba gradually to achieve the desired consistency. Adjust seasoning with more lemon juice, salt, or spices as needed.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, sesame seeds, chopped herbs, or paprika.
- Arrange fresh vegetables and optional crackers or pita chips around the bowl and serve immediately.
Notes
- Roasting the beets enhances their natural sweetness and flavor.
- For a spicy twist, add chili flakes or cayenne to the blend.
- Let the hummus sit at room temperature before serving for best flavor.
- Customize garnishes with nuts, herbs, or a tahini swirl for texture and color.
- This recipe scales well and is freezer-friendly for future snacking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 batch with vegetables
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg