Roasted Beet Hummus Recipe

Adding beets to hummus can make for a fun twist on a classic, while also creating a bright and colorful dip that is intriguing to both children and adults. Baby carrots, cucumber slices, radishes, and whole-wheat pita bread would all be good options to serve with this super easy recipe. 

Ingredients

15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

½ cup peeled and chopped roasted beets* 

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 

2 tablespoons lemon juice 

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon pepper 

Directions 

1. Combine chickpeas, beets, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Cover and process until smooth, scraping down sides as needed. 

*How to Roast Beets: 

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. 

2. Wrap beets in foil and seal tightly. Bake for 45 minutes or until tender. Let cool. 

3. Use a paper towel to rub skin off of beets. 

4. Chop coarsely. 

Nutrition Information

Serving size: 2 tablespoons 

Serves 14

Calories: 52; Total Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 0.5g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 80mg; Total Carbohydrate: 3g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Protein: 1g.

Source: https://www.eatright.org/food/planning-and-prep/recipes/roasted-beet-hummus-recipe