Rich in beautiful pink color, this Beet Hummus is a fun twist on traditional hummus. Completely plant-based and oil-free, Beet Hummus is only 5 ingredients!
I can't stop looking at this hummus. It's so gorgeous. I love the pink hues.
Beets are such a cool vegetable. They are a root vegetable (meaning they grow in the ground) filled with fiber, vitamin C, and folate. Their deep red color lets us know that they are filled with antioxidants. And they're gorgeous. Have I said that already?
Beets have a slightly sweet taste that goes well with a hummus recipe. Not too strong or overpowering, beets show up and add their color and flavor in the perfect proportions. In this recipe we'll be using cooked beets which create a light and smooth hummus texture. So good!
One of the things I love most about hummus is that it's very easy to make. All you have to do is throw the ingredients into the food processor and blend. No chopping or prepping. Just dump and process. (If you want another hummus recipe, be sure to check out my Sweet Potato Hummus too!)
You'll need a cooked beet for this recipe. I've tried using store-bought cooked beets and canned beets in this recipe, and the color and flavor is not as bright and fresh.
For best results buy raw beets and cook them yourself.
To roast, cover a large beet in aluminum foil and bake at 400 for 40-50 minutes, until it's fork tender. Let cool completely, then use in this recipe.
Peel the beets, then place them in a steamer basket and cook for 30 minutes, or until tender.
Step 1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Reserve 1/4 cup of aquafaba to use in the hummus.
Step 2. Add the chickpeas, cooked beet, sunflower seed butter, aquafaba, garlic, cumin, and salt into the bowl of the food processor and process until smooth. Check carefully to make sure the entire beet is blended (sometimes it hides in there!)
Enjoy this Beet Hummus with vegetables, pita, crackers, or on a spoon.
Jesus, thank you for the beauty of your creation. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to enjoy it. Amen.
Do you love hummus as much as I do? You'll definitely enjoy these other bean dips:
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Rich in beautiful pink color, this Beet Hummus is a fun twist on traditional hummus. Completely plant-based and oil-free, Beet Hummus is only 5 ingredients!
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