Description
A vibrant pink hummus infused with the gentle sweetness of roasted root vegetables, perfect for a healthy snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Units
- Cheater Roasted Vegetables
- 2 medium sized beets (peeled and diced)
- 2 medium sized carrots
- 3 pods minced garlic
- 1 or 2 medium sized tomatoes (diced)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the hummus
- 1 cup freshly cooked soft chickpeas (reserve 1/3 cup of the cooking liquid)
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1 or 2 pods garlic
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 4 tablespoons chopped mint
Optional Garnish
- Sumac
- Slivered Almonds
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the diced beets, carrots, minced garlic, and diced tomatoes with 1/4 cup olive oil and 1 teaspoon salt until well coated.
- Spread the vegetable mixture in a large, flat microwave-safe dish. Microwave on high for 5 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the vegetables are tender.
- In a food processor, combine the cooked chickpeas, roasted vegetables with their juices, tahini, 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, adding a little water if necessary to reach your desired consistency. Season with additional salt to taste.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little olive oil before serving.
Notes
For a smoother texture, ensure the chickpeas are cooked until very tender. This hummus can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Serve with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or as a spread on sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 0