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Vibrant pink beet hummus garnished with olive oil, sesame seeds, and pine nuts
4.84 from 95 votes

Beet Hummus Recipe

This vibrant beet hummus is smooth, creamy, and slightly sweet, made with simple, wholesome ingredients like cooked beets, chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and garlic. Easily blended in a food processor, it is a colorful dip or spread perfect for snacking, entertaining, or meal prep.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 303kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 small cooked beets - approximately 1 cup chopped beets
  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas - drained (approx. 1.5 cups)
  • ¼ cup tahini - plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2-4 tablespoon fresh lemon juice - more or less to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt - plus more to taste
  • 1-2 small cloves garlic - minced
  • 2-4 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil - for a richer taste

Instructions

  • Add 2-3 small, peeled, and cooked beets to the bowl of a food processor and pulse several times until finely chopped.
  • Add ¼ cup tahini, 1 (15-oz) can (or 1½ cups cooked chickpeas), 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (you can add more to taste), 1 teaspoon of salt, and 2-4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
  • Process for 1 to 2 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed, until smooth and creamy.
  • If needed, add additional olive oil or a small splash of water to reach your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lemon juice, salt, or tahini if desired.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil and add toppings if using.

Notes

Remember to taste and season with additional salt, lemon, tahini, or extra virgin olive oil as needed. If you feel it's lacking "extra" flavor, try blending in a pinch of dried cumin or a little honey for a sweeter taste.
Store leftover beet hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 to 5 days. Stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 905mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 122IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg
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