Beet Hummus

Hummus de betteraves

Embark on a burst of flavors and colors with our beet hummus recipe. Discover a delightful way to incorporate nutrient-rich vegetables into your snacks.

Preparation 10 min
Cooking 0 min
Portion 16 (de 60 ml)

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories
95
Fat
4
Carbohydrates
10
Fibre
2
Protein
5
Sodium
125

Ingredients

  • 8 large peeled and boiled beets
  • 375 ml (1 ½ cup) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 80 ml (⅓ cup) tahini
  • 190 ml (¾ cup) plain 0% fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 shallots, peeled
  • 2 cloves of garlic, peeled
  • 1 lemon (juice only)
  • 5 ml (1 teaspoon) cumin
  • 125 ml (½ cup) water
  • 5 ml (1 teaspoon) salt

For decoration (optional):

  • Some grilled onions, sliced
  • Some sliced and grilled almonds
  • Some microgreens

For dipping (optional):

  • Grilled whole wheat tortillas
  • A drizzle of sesame oil
  • Some sesame seeds

Preparation

  1. Put all the ingredients in the blender except for the water and salt. 
  2. Blend until smooth and homogeneous. Gradually add water for a smoother texture until you reach the desired consistency (fairly creamy). 
  3. Season with salt to taste.

Notes

 

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist North Shore of Montreal