The natural sweetness of the roasted beets pairs perfectly with the nuttiness of the tahini and the earthiness of the chickpeas. I love serving this hummus with fresh veggies, pita bread, or crackers for a tasty and satisfying snack. Whether you’re hosting a party, enjoying a picnic, or just looking for a tasty afternoon snack, this Vegan Roasted Beet Hummus is sure to be a hit with everyone!
Number of Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients:
- 2 medium beets, peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Water, as needed
Equipment/Utensils Required:
- Baking sheet
- Blender or food processor
Preparation Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the diced beets on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat.
- Roast the beets in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until tender.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted beets, chickpeas, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth, adding water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little extra olive oil, if desired.
- Serve the Vegan Roasted Beet Hummus with your favorite dippers and enjoy!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Vitamin A: 2%
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 10%
- Folate: 15%
Vegan Roasted Beet Hummus
Ingredients
- 2 medium beets peeled and diced
- 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Water as needed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the diced beets on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat.
- Roast the beets in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until tender.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted beets, chickpeas, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth, adding water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little extra olive oil, if desired.
- Serve the Vegan Roasted Beet Hummus with your favorite dippers and enjoy!