1 medium beet, roasted or boiled and peeled (about 1 cup chopped)
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
2–3 tablespoons cold water, as needed
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
If using raw beets, roast or boil them until tender. Once cooked, peel and roughly chop the beet.
In a food processor, combine the chopped beet, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons cold water, olive oil, and cumin.
Process until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. If the hummus is too thick, add more cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil and garnish with fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) if desired. Serve with pita bread, crackers, or vegetables.
Notes
For best flavor, ensure the beet is fully cooked until tender before processing.
Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro can be used for garnish.
Serve with pita bread, crackers, or vegetables.
Nutrition
Serving Size:1/4 cup (estimated)
Calories:200-250 (estimated)
Sugar:5-10g (estimated, mostly natural from beets)
Sodium:200-400mg (estimated, depends on added salt)