Beet Hummus

Name: Beet Hummus
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4 - 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 large or 2 medium beets (about 1/2 pound); 1/4 c. plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided, plus more for garnish; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 c. tahini; 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic; 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed; 1 tsp. ground cumin; Fresh dill and toasted pine nuts, for garnish; Crudites and crackers, for serving

Beets take center stage in this creamy and colorful dip.

By Christopher MichelPublished: Jan 10, 2025

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beet hummus in a white bowl surrounded by vegetables for dipping

Becky Luigart-Stayner for Country Living

Yields:

4 - 6 serving(s)

Prep Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 10 mins

This colorful hummus, thanks to the addition of beets, will brighten any appetizer spread. It's also great spread on sourdough bread with crispy lettuce and sprouts—just like a 60s health sandwich!

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Ingredients

1 large or 2 medium beets (about 1/2 pound)
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup tahini
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
1 tsp. ground cumin
Fresh dill and toasted pine nuts, for garnish
Crudites and crackers, for serving

Directions

1. Step 1Preheat oven to 425°F. Place beets in the center of a large piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Wrap foil around beets, creating a packet, then place on rimmed baking sheet. Roast until a paring knife inserted in the center of a beet meets no resistance, 50 minutes to 1 hour. When cool enough to handle, use a paper towel to peel beets. Discard skins, and chop flesh.
2. Step 2Puree beets, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, chickpeas, cumin, and remaining 1/4 cup oil in a food processor until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. (If mixture is too thick, stir in 1 tablespoon water.) Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with oil, dill, and pine nuts. Serve with crudites and crackers alongside.

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