Fresh Beet Hummus with Feta, Parsley, and Toasted Crostini Recipe
A vibrant and nutritious twist on traditional hummus, this Fresh Beet Hummus combines the earthy sweetness of beets with creamy chickpeas, garlic, and tahini for a colorful and flavorful dip. Enhanced with feta cheese, parsley, and slivered almonds, it’s perfect for serving with crostini or fresh vegetables as a healthy snack or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Hummus Base
- 1 15oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3–4 mini beets or 1 medium beet, cooked and peeled
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp tahini
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Toppings and Garnish
- 2 tbsp feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp slivered almonds
- Olive oil, for drizzling
To Serve
- 10 toasted crostini
- Assorted fresh veggies (carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, etc.)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: If using fresh beets, cook them by boiling or roasting until tender, then peel and roughly chop. Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas. Peel the garlic cloves.
- Blend the hummus: Place chickpeas, cooked beets, garlic cloves, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and sea salt in a food processor. Blend continuously until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
- Transfer and garnish: Scoop the beetroot hummus into a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil over the surface. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, and slivered almonds evenly on top to add texture and flavor contrast.
- Serve: Offer the beet hummus with toasted crostini for spreading or use it as a dip alongside a variety of fresh raw vegetable sticks for a colorful and healthy snack or appetizer.
Notes
- Beets can be roasted or boiled until tender; roasting enhances their sweetness.
- To peel cooked beets easily, rub them with your hands or a paper towel once cooled.
- For a smoother texture, remove the chickpea skins by gently rubbing them after rinsing, though this step is optional.
- The feta and almonds add rich flavor and crunchy texture; omit or substitute for dietary preferences.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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