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Vegan Beet Hummus

Beets give hummus a bold pink twist. Scoop it with vegetables, spread it on bread, or add color to a lunch bowl.

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Vegan Beet Hummus
THE RECIPE

Vegan Beet Hummus

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⏱ Prep 10 min♨ Cook 0 minYield: 4

What you'll need

4servings

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A LITTLE KNOW-WHAT’S-IN-IT

Estimated nutrition

Per original serving

Per quarter of the batch, using four small 2-inch cooked beets (200 g), 3 garlic cloves and one drained can of chickpeas (253 g). The USDA canned-drained chickpea profile does not account for further sodium reduction from rinsing. Extra oil and optional seed/nut toppings are excluded. Larger beets change the values.

Calories
224 kcal
Protein
6.8 g
Carbohydrate
23.2 g
Fat
12.7 g
Fiber
Not estimated
Sugars
7.5 g
Sodium
204 mg
Saturated fat
1.7 g

Calculated from USDA FoodData Central profiles, manufacturer labels where listed, and estimated household measures. Values vary with brands, measurements and portions. The serving controls scale the ingredient list; these per-serving estimates stay the same.

Ingredients behind the estimate
Original batch amounts used for this calculation
IngredientCalculation basis
4 cooked beets200 g · Beets, cooked, boiled, drained ↗︎
3 garlic cloves9 g · Garlic, raw ↗︎
¼ tsp ground black pepper0.575 g · Spices, pepper, black ↗︎
2 tbsp olive oil27 g · Oil, olive, salad or cooking ↗︎
1 can of chickpeas, rinsed & drained253 g · Chickpeas (garbanzo beans, bengal gram), mature seeds, canned, drained solids ↗︎
2 tbsp tahini30 g · Seeds, sesame butter, tahini, from roasted and toasted kernels (most common type) ↗︎
50 g lemon juice50 g · Lemon juice, raw ↗︎
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar16 g · Vinegar, balsamic ↗︎
Olive oil, for drizzlingOptional topping, garnish, dip or serving accompaniment not included.
Hemp seeds & pine nuts (optional toppings)Optional topping, garnish, dip or serving accompaniment not included.

Nutrition is an estimate, not a laboratory analysis. Excluded ingredients are listed above; adding them changes the totals.

Kitchen notes, swaps & the story
superfood beet hummus

Add beet hummus to your favorite sandwich or serve this colorful dip at your next get together for all to enjoy! I love bringing my Super-food Hummus to Super-bowl parties – it scores big points every time! 🏈🥳

Keep reading to find out why these vibrant roots are so good for you! 💖

  1. Blend the Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the cooked beets, garlic cloves, ground black pepper, olive oil, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and balsamic vinegar. Blend until smooth. This is the food processor I use to get the smoothest blend
bowl of cooked chickpeasbowl of cooked beetsbeet hummus with fresh veggie slices
avocado toast with beet hummus

The Surprising Superpowers of Beets

beetroot
  1. Heart Health: Beets are high in nitrates, which convert to nitric oxide in the body and help improve blood flow and lower blood pressure.
  2. Improved Endurance: The nitrates in beets also help improve athletic performance by increasing the efficiency of oxygen delivery to the muscles.
  3. Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Beets contain betalains, a type of pigment with anti-inflammatory properties.
  4. Liver Health: Beets contain compounds that have been shown to help protect the liver and improve its function.
  5. Cancer Prevention: Beets contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may help prevent certain types of cancer.
  6. Rich in Nutrients: Beets are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including folate, potassium, and vitamin C.
  7. Gut Health: The fiber in beets helps promote a healthy gut by promoting regular bowel movements and feeding the beneficial bacteria in the gut.
food blogger making beet hummus

I hope you enjoy whipping up this vibrant and nutritious hummus! 🥣🌱 My ingredient beet hummus is not just a feast for the eyes but also for your body. Beets are a nutritious root vegetable that offer several health benefits. 🌈❤️ From boosting heart health to fighting inflammation, beets do it all. 💪

Veginners, how do you plan to enjoy your beet hummus? As a colorful spread on your sandwiches? 🥪 A dip for your crunchy veggies? 🥕 Or maybe in a creative new way? 😋Share your tasty ideas in the comments below - I can't wait to hear how you're making this ingredient shine in your meals! Enjoy! ~P.S... these vibrant earrings pair great with beet hummus;)

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