Roasted Beet Hummus (Printable)

Vibrant dip blending roasted beets with creamy tahini, lemon, and garlic.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium beet (about 6.3 oz), trimmed and scrubbed
02 - 1 small garlic clove, peeled

→ Legumes

03 - 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Tahini & Flavorings

04 - 3 tablespoons tahini
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
07 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
08 - ¼ teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
09 - 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water as needed

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Wrap beet in foil and roast on a baking sheet for 40 to 45 minutes until fork-tender. Cool completely, then peel and roughly chop.
02 - In a food processor, combine roasted beet, chickpeas, garlic, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth, scraping bowl sides as needed.
03 - With motor running, add cold water 1 tablespoon at a time until hummus reaches desired creamy consistency.
04 - Taste mixture and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice as needed.
05 - Transfer to serving bowl. Drizzle with extra olive oil and garnish with chopped parsley, sesame seeds, or cumin if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Vibrant, eye-catching magenta color perfect for hosting.
  • Earthy sweetness balanced with citrus and garlic.
  • Completely vegan and gluten-free.
  • High in fiber and essential nutrients.
02 -
  • Use cold water while blending to create a fluffier, lighter texture.
  • Always use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled for the brightest flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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