Beet Hummus
Quick answer
- Total time
- 45 min
- Level
- Easy
- Servings
- 4 servings
- Ingredients
- 8
About this dish
A smooth pink dip made by blending cooked beets and chickpeas with tahini and lemon juice.
Instructions
Read the steps as a cooking flow: prep, heat, seasoning, doneness control, and finish.
- 1Prep
Peel and chop the beets, then steam them in a steamer for 20 minutes until tender.
- 2Step
Drain the canned chickpeas in a colander and rinse them lightly under cold water.
- 3Step
Place the cooled beets, chickpeas, tahini, and minced garlic in a blender first.
- 4Season
Add lemon juice, olive oil, cumin powder, and salt, then close the lid.
- 5Step
Blend until all ingredients are completely smooth, creamy, and free of lumps.
- 6Finish
Transfer the beet hummus to a bowl and serve immediately.
Practical Cooking Checks
The cues that matter most while cooking.
- Key technique
- Bright pink color from beets
- Finish cue
- Peel and chop the beets, then steam them in a steamer for 20 minutes until tender.
- Storage and reheating
- Chilling the hummus in the refrigerator for an hour helps the flavors settle and blend beautifully.
Cooking decision evidence
Calculated Charim data and applicable official food safety guidance.
This recipe
45min, 8 ingredients
Category median
40min, 8 ingredients
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