Heart Healthy & Simple Beet Hummus
Heart Healthy & Simple Beet Hummus
Serves: 6-8
Serving Size: 2-4 Tablespoons
Ingredients:
1 large or 2 small beets
1 can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup oil (olive, avocado, or vegetable)
1 clove fresh garlic, peeled
Salt & pepper to taste
Assorted veggies such as cucumbers, celery and/or carrots chopped for dipping and/or pita or whole grain bread
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Wrap beet(s) in foil and roast for 45 minutes, until beet is soft and cooked through. Let cool for 5-10 minutes to allow for easy peel. Pro-tip: use gloves or a towel to peel because these beets will turn your hands red!
Add the roasted beet(s), garbanzo beans, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt & pepper to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes.
Transfer to a serving dish or into an airtight container to store in the fridge. This hummus will last 7-10 days refrigerated.
Optional Recommendations: If you're feeling fancy, spread hummus on small slices of toasted baguette, and add crumbled goat cheese and fresh herbs for an easy appetizer. Enjoy!
Nutrient Highlights: Beets
Fiber filled, sweet, earthy vegetable
Rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients, helps fight inflammation
Contains nitrates, linked to improved athletic performance and improved vascular health.
Uses: Roast, sauté, steam, boil, or grill for salads & side dishes