Description

This Gluten-Free Roasted Beet Hummus is a vibrant, creamy dip that combines the earthy sweetness of roasted beets, nutty tahini, and zesty lemon for a luxurious yet health-conscious appetizer.

Ingredients

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2 medium beets Fresh Red Beets
1.5 cups Cooked Chickpeas
1/3 cup Tahini
1/4 cup Lemon Juice
2 large cloves Garlic Cloves
3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Ground Cumi
Sea Salt to taste
2–3 tablespoons Ice Cold Water

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Instructions

Roast the beets by preheating the oven to 400°F (200°C), wrapping the clean beets in foil with olive oil, and roasting for 45-60 minutes until tender
Let the beets cool, then peel and chop them into smaller pieces
In a food processor, combine tahini and lemon juice, and process for about 1 minute
Add garlic, cumin, and salt to the tahini mixture and blend for another 30 seconds
Incorporate the chopped beets and chickpeas, blending for about 2 minutes
While blending, slowly add the olive oil, then add ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired texture is reached
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary

Notes

For a smoother hummus, pinch off the skins of canned chickpeas before blending.

To keep the hummus airy, ensure you use ice-cold water during blending.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 145 kcal
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg