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Creamy Beet Hummus Recipe with Zaatar and Olive Oil

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A vibrant and creamy beet hummus blended with chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and za’atar spice, perfect for a healthy and flavorful snack or appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium-sized fresh beets, roasted and peeled
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons tahini (smooth sesame paste)
  • Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 2 teaspoons za’atar spice, plus extra for garnish
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons water, to adjust consistency
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet. Roast for 45-60 minutes until tender. Let cool slightly, then peel by rubbing off the skin.
  2. Drain and rinse chickpeas. Pat dry with a towel to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a food processor, combine roasted beets, chickpeas, tahini, and minced garlic. Pulse a few times to start breaking down the ingredients.
  4. Add lemon juice, salt, za’atar, and optional ground cumin. Blend until mixture begins to become creamy.
  5. While blending, slowly drizzle in olive oil and add water one tablespoon at a time until desired creamy texture is reached.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, lemon juice, or za’atar as needed.
  7. Scoop hummus into a serving bowl, drizzle with additional olive oil, and sprinkle extra za’atar on top before serving.

Notes

Roast beets low and slow to bring out natural sweetness. Drain chickpeas well to avoid watery hummus. Use fresh za’atar for best flavor. Adjust water and olive oil to achieve desired creaminess. Can substitute tahini with sunflower seed butter for nut-free option. Store in airtight container in fridge up to 4 days; stir before serving if thickened.

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