I regret to inform you all that I’ve sadly neglected this humble purple root for years. Though beets were always stacked high at local farmer’s markets and in grocery stores, I never knew what I could do with them.
Until a couple years ago, when I started roasting those beautiful tubers. Then emerged this ridiculously moist and yummy Chocolate Beet Cake (see the recipe here, you HAVE to try it). 
Now I think I’ve landed on the most breathtaking dip that exists – it’s not only spectacularly gorgeous to look at, it’s also astonishingly delicious.
This Beet Hummus is creamy, smooth, slightly sweet from beets, tangy from lemons, and savory all at the same time and it boasts a nutty flavor from the tahini.
PrintBeautiful Beet Hummus
- Yield: 2.5 cups 1x
Description
With bold color and flavor, this roasted beet hummus is a winner. The sweet, tangy, salty, nutty, and garlic flavors merge into a delectable dip that’s almost too good to be true.
Ingredients
- 3 medium (about 3 inches in diameter) beets, stems/leaves removed
- ½ cup Tahini (pure sesame paste)
- 3 TB freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
- extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
- toasted sesame seeds for garnish
- Pita chips or tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Do Ahead: Preheat toaster oven or regular oven to 400F. Wrap beets individually in foil. Roast in oven about 1 to 1½ hours or until tender when pierced with fork. Carefully remove foil and let cool completely. Remove skin once cool (will be very easy.)
- In a heavy duty blender or food processor, combine roasted beets, Tahini, lemon juice, garlic, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Blend or process on medium high until smooth. Using a rubber spatula, scrape hummus into serving bowl. Drizzle with desired amount of olive oil (I use about 2-3 TB.) If desired, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
- Serve with soft pita bread, crispy pita chips, or tortilla chips. Can be kept chilled, in airtight container, for several days.
- Category: Appetizer, Dip
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I achieve the perfect consistency for my beet hummus?
To create a creamy and smooth texture, make sure to blend the roasted beets thoroughly with tahini and lemon juice until there are no lumps.
What kind of beets should I use for the hummus?
You can use any variety of beets, but roasting fresh, medium-sized beets will yield the best flavor and texture for this recipe.
Can I adjust the sweetness of the hummus if my beets are very sweet?
Yes, if your beets are particularly sweet, you can balance the flavor by adding a bit more lemon juice to enhance the tanginess.
Thanks, Medeja! I love it, too :) Nothing artificial, nada, zip, zilch! :)
The color is just amazing!