Beet Hummus
Serve with whole-wheat crackers, slices of washed bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots, and celery.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 4 medium beets, ends trimmed
- 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin, ground
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (15.5 oz) garbanzo beans
- (chickpeas), rinsed and drained (optional)
Directions
- Wash and prepare fresh vegetables and fruit.
- Scrub beets clean under cold water.
- Place beets in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and then simmer on low until tender (about 20 minutes).
- While beets are cooking, zest 1 tablespoon of lemon.
- Cool beets and peel.
- Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender and pulse until smooth. Or mash together in a large bowl using a masher or fork.
Nutrition Information
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 180 |
| Total Fat | |
| Saturated Fat | |
| Cholesterol | |
| Sodium | 115 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 14 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4 g |
| Total Sugars | |
| Added Sugars included | |
| Protein |