Roasted Beet Hummus

This roasted beet hummus is a colorful and healthy take on regular hummus. It has a beautiful pink color and a slightly sweet, earthy taste. Its very simple to make and tastes great as a side dish, snack, or light lunch.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium beets, roasted and peeled
• 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 3 tablespoons tahini
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Water as needed

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400F 200C

Wrap beets individually in aluminum foil and roast for about 45-50 minutes or until tender

Let them cool, then peel and chop them into chunks

In a food processor, combine roasted beets, chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper

Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed

If the mixture is too thick, add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil, and garnish with fresh herbs or sesame seeds if desired

Serve with pita bread, crackers, or raw vegetables