Beetroot Hummus
November, 2018
Hummus is a great high protein snack to munch on at work with crackers or vegetable sticks. You can also add it to salad, toast or serve with a cheese platter.
Beetroot Hummus
Serves - to hunger
Ingredients
For the hummus:
1/2 cup beetroot (tinned or fresh)
1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 tbs extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 garlic clove
1 tsp cumin
1 1/2 tbs tahini
Water as needed
For the crackers:
1 Lebanese bread
Spray olive oil
Paprika
Salt
Method
For the hummus:
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In a food processor or with a stick blended blend beetroot, chickpeas, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin and tahini until smooth. Add a dash of water if you want a thinner consistency
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Serve or place in an air tight container and use within 3-5 days
For the crackers:
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Pre-heat oven to 150°c
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Place Lebanese bread on a baking tray and lightly spray with olive oil. Sprinkle with paprika and salt
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Cook for 5-10 minutes, checking regularly so it doesn't burn. Cool completely before breaking into pieces.