Beet Hummus


Description

Beet Hummus for Vegan Snack Board

Ingredients

15 1⁄2 ounces can of chickpeas (drain, but reserve liquid)
3 small roasted beets
1⁄2 cup tahini
4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1⁄4 teaspoon Salt
3 cloves Garlic
3 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 tablespoon *reserved chickpea liquid (for consistency)

Notes

*use 1 - 3 tbsp of the chickpea liquid, depending on your desired consistency

Instructions

  1. Add chickpeas, roasted beets and tahini to a food processor and puree for about 10 seconds. Add lemon juice, salt, and garlic and blend about 30 seconds. You may need to scrape down the sides of processor with a spatula. Slowly stream in olive oil, and finish with chickpea liquid (1 to 3 tbsp) until you reach desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Store in airtight container in fridge for a week.
  2. Garnish with a bit of additional olive oil and some pine nuts.