Beet Hummus

Name: Beet Hummus
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 8 oz roasted beets (or vacuum-packed cooked beets), peeled, roughly chopped; 2 cans chickpeas (15 oz), drained, rinsed; 1/4 cup tahini; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 2 tbsp ice water

Vibrant magenta hummus made with roasted beets, chickpeas, tahini, and lemon. Earthy, creamy, and stunning on any appetizer spread.

15 minEasyServes 8150 cal/serving

MediterraneanAppetizerBlenderVeganHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

8 oz roasted beets (or vacuum-packed cooked beets), peeled, roughly chopped
2 cans chickpeas (15 oz), drained, rinsed
1/4 cup tahini
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp kosher salt
2 tbsp ice water

Instructions

1

Add 8 oz peeled, roughly chopped roasted beets (or vacuum-packed cooked beets), 2 cans drained, rinsed chickpeas (15 oz), 1/4 cup tahini, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp kosher salt to a food processor.
2

Process for 1 minute until roughly combined.
3

With the machine running, add 2 tbsp ice water one tablespoon at a time and process for another 2 minutes until very smooth and creamy.
4

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice.
5

Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with additional olive oil, and serve with pita chips or sliced vegetables.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for tahini in Beet Hummus?

The entry for Beet Hummus calls for 1/4 cup tahini. In its place: Unsweetened sunflower seed butter or cashew butter is the closest. Smooth natural peanut butter works where its flavor will not fight the dish.

Can I use dried beans instead of canned in Beet Hummus?

Yes. One 15-ounce can is about one and a half cups of cooked beans, which comes from a generous half cup dried. Soak them overnight and simmer until tender before you start the recipe. As written, the entry for Beet Hummus uses 2 cans chickpeas (15 oz), drained, rinsed.

Does Beet Hummus contain sesame?

Yes: 1/4 cup tahini. The full allergen list for this entry is sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Beet Hummus?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 150 calories, with 7 g protein, 27 g carbohydrate and 8 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 65 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Beet Hummus keep?

Refrigerate Beet Hummus in a sealed container for up to four days and stir it back together before serving.

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