Beetroot Hummus
A smooth, earthy hummus made with roasted beetroot, chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic, and cumin.
Instructions
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C.
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Step 2
Place the beetroot in a covered baking dish and roast until easily pierced with a knife.
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Step 3
Let the roasted beetroot cool until safe to handle, then peel and roughly chop it.
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Step 4
Add the chopped roasted beetroot, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt to the blender. Pulse until the mixture is evenly combined.
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Step 5
Add the olive oil and cold water, then blend until smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed.
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Step 6
Transfer the beetroot hummus to a serving dish and serve immediately, or cover and chill until needed.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Refrigerate the hummus within 2 hours in a covered container and use within 3 to 4 days.
Risk factors
- Cooked chickpeas and prepared hummus require refrigeration.
- Hot beetroot and cookware can cause burns.