Beet Hummus
Beets are not only amazing for their beautiful, bright pink color, but they are packed with tons of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants that boost your immune system and prevent sickness & disease! Beets can be used in salads, juices, smoothies, baked goods, or our favorite- hummus! Chickpeas also naturally include a variety of nutrients including folate, iron, manganese, and copper.
This hummus can be used as a sandwich spread, a dip for raw veggies, or even as a salad topper. Kids love its bright pink color, and the beet taste is masked by the other ingredients, making it a fun food for picky eaters to explore.
Ingredients
1 medium beet, roasted
1 can chickpeas, halfway drained
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 tbsp tahini
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
Parsley and lemon zest to garnish
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Materials
A high-powered blender like a Vitamix or a Food processor
Directions
The night before you intend to make hummus, roast the beets. Preheat oven to 400º. Cut off the root and stem from the beet and scrub/wash until clean. Place in oven on a pan lined with parchment paper to roast for an hour.
After the beet is roasted, set it in the refrigerator overnight to cool. In the morning, use a food processor or high-speed blender to pureé the beet.
Add all other ingredients to the pureé and blend for 3-5 minutes until fully processed and creamy.
Remove from food processor and chill for at least 4 hours.
Top with lemon zest and parsley and enjoy! Serve with raw veggies or gluten-free pita chips!
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1/4 cup | Makes 8 Servings
Calories: 100 | Protein: 3 grams | Fiber: 3 grams | Carbohydrates: 10 grams | Fat: 6 grams | Sugars: 2 grams
