Ridiculously Good Red Beet Hummus
Need a fun yet healthy appetizer for your next gathering? Give this hummus a try! Serve with cut up veggies for a quick appetizer or snack, or add to salads or lunches for added protein flavor!
Description
Need a fun yet healthy appetizer for your next gathering? Give this hummus a try! Serve with cut up veggies for a quick appetizer or snack, or add to salads or lunches for added protein flavor!
Ingredients
- 1 small beet (red)
- 1 can garbanzo beans (drained and rinsed (or 1.5 cups cooked beans))
- 3 tbsp. tahini
- 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (peeled)
- 3 tbsp. olive oil (extra virgin)
- 2 pinches ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp. Himalayan salt or sea salt
- 1/8 tsp. fresh black pepper
Instructions
- Cut the beet into small pieces and roast chopped beet at 350 degrees, or cook covered in a skillet until tender (about 15 minutes)
- Place all ingredients (including cooked beets) into a food processor and blend until smooth, scraping sides occasionally. If a thinner consistency is desired, add 1-2 Tbsp. of water. Serve with cut veggies and store extra in refrigerator for up to 1 week
Note
A healthy serving size for hummus is generally 2 tablespoons.