Homemade Roasted Beet Hummus Recipe (Vegan) (2024)

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy snack? Look no further than roasted beet hummus! This vibrant dip is a twist on the classic hummus recipe that has a delicious earthy flavor and is made with simple ingredients that you can find at your local grocery store. It's a perfect snack for any occasion and can be served with pita chips, raw veggies, or celery sticks.

Roasted beet hummus is a healthy snack that's full of nutrients. Beets are rich in vitamin C, fiber, and natural sugars that add a little bit of natural sweetness. Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are a great source of protein, fiber, and iron. Tahini paste, made from ground sesame seeds, is a good source of healthy fats and adds a creamy texture to the hummus.

Roasted beet hummus also makes an amazing dip to dunk your veggies into and makes them taste even better. It's a great way to get your daily dose of veggies and a perfect dip for your favorite snacks. Try making this amazing hummus recipe for your friends and family- the vibrant color and delicious taste makes it a huge hit at parties and get-togethers!

What you'll need to make the roasted beet hummus

• chickpeas: I used 1 can of 15.5 oz chickpeas that have already been cooked. You can buy dried chickpeas and cook them yourself, but I find it much easier to just use canned.
• fresh beets: the amount you'll need depends on the size of your beets. I added a total of 100 grams of beet which was equivalent to 1 large beet or 3 small ones. I used a raw beet and then roasted it myself, but you can also purchase pre-cooked beets. The brand Love Beets sells these at Whole Foods.
• a bulb of garlic
• fresh lemon juice
• lemon zest
• olive oil: or another type of oil like avocado oil.
• tahini: tahini is a sesame seed paste that you can find at almost any grocery store and it's a crucial ingredient in making traditional hummus. It gives the hummus a creamy and delicious texture.
• cumin
• smoked paprika
• sea salt
• black pepper: you can also add a bit of cayenne pepper for a little kick.
• one large ice cube or a few small ones: this gives the hummus a beautiful fluffy texture.

Note: for a really smooth texture, you can peel the chickpea skins from the chickpeas. This takes some time, but it makes the hummus super silky. I personally really like the texture and extra fiber from the chickpea skins, so I kept mine on.

Equipment needed

• food processor
• baking tray
• aluminum foil

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How to make this delicious roasted beet hummus recipe

To make roasted beet hummus, the first step is to roast the beets and the garlic.

Preheat your oven to 400°F. Cut the bulb of garlic in half, drizzle it with olive oil, and wrap it in foil.

Wash the beets (no need to cut them), drizzle them in olive oil, and wrap them in foil as well.

Place the wrapped beets and garlic on a baking sheet and roast them for 40-45 minutes until they're tender. Once your beets and garlic are roasted, let them cool at room temperature before peeling and chopping them.

Once the roasted beets have cooled off a little bit, peel the skin off of them and cut off the top and bottom ends.

To the bowl of a food processor, add the canned chickpeas that you have drained and rinsed.

Add the roasted beets and squeeze the roasted garlic so you can get each garlic clove out.

Add the lemon juice and zest, a generous amount of tahini, olive oil, a little cumin and paprika, salt and pepper, and an ice cube.

Blend all the ingredients until they're smooth and creamy.

I found this thickness to be perfect, but if you want, you can add a little cold water or olive oil to thin it out even more.

Transfer the beet hummus to a serving bowl.

I topped mine with vegan feta, fresh parsley, and sesame seeds. I also added a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for extra flavor and dipped some toasted naan in it.

You can also enjoy it with your favorite veggies like red peppers, cucumbers, or carrots. You can dip some pita bread into it, or even add it to avocado toast!

How to store the creamy beet hummus

If you have any leftover beetroot hummus, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it until you're ready to serve.

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