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Pink Beetroot Hummus

By the Healthy Plate team

Beetroot Hummus

Beetroot adds beautiful colour and gentle sweetness to hummus, and lets you use less oil. Dip cucumber and carrots in it.

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Why beetroot?

  • Natural colour and fibre
  • Sweetness with no sugar
  • Less oil needed thanks to its moisture

Beetroot Hummus

10 minPrep
0 minCook
6Servings
140kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 can chickpeas, drained
  • 1 cooked beetroot
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 garlic clove
  • Salt and cumin

Method

  1. Blend everything in a food processor.
  2. Add a little cold water until smooth.
  3. Taste and adjust lemon and salt.
  4. Serve with olive oil and sesame.
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Tip

Use ready-cooked beetroot with no vinegar to save time.

What to serve it with

Cucumber, carrot and bell pepper, or toasted wholegrain bread. It is also a mayo alternative in sandwiches.

Storage

  • 4 days in the fridge
  • Doesnโ€™t freeze well
  • Stir before serving

Frequently asked questions

Does it stain hands?

Yes โ€” wear gloves when cutting beets.

Can I skip tahini?

It gets lighter but less creamy.

Do kids like it?

They love the pink colour!

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