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BEETROOT HUMMUS

Arabic style regular Chickpea dip made more healthy by adding steamed beetroot for extra flavors and rich vibrant color.
Course Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine Arabic
Keyword Beetroot, Dip, Hummus
Prep Time 15 minutes
Steaming time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Author Shanaz Rafiq

Equipment

  • Chopper

Ingredients

  • 1 medium size beetroot
  • 2 cups of boiled chickpeas
  • 3 tablespoon tahini
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
  • ¼ cup water or less for grinding
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Keep the boiled chickpeas ready.
  • Boil or steam the beetroot and keep ready.
  • Combine all ingredients in a chopper and grind to a smooth paste.
  • Taste and check the seasoning and then empty the hummus into a serving bowl. Spread evenly with the back of a spoon and pour some olive oil for garnish.
  • You can also sprinkle chopped parsley, toasted pine nuts, and sesame and serve chilled with pita bread.