Beet Hummus

This recipe came courtesy of VeggieWiz, a great blog for fun vegetable recipes.  Check it out :)  I made only very small changes.

Beet Hummus
1/2 c. tahini (128g)
1 can garbonzo beans (245g)
1.5 c. beets, peeled and chopped
1/2 c. fresh lemon juice - 1.5 small lemons
4 cloves garlic
1 tsp cumin
2 TBS EVOO
4 TBS water (if needed)
salt to taste
= 1366 kcals

makes 721 grams = 1.9 calories per gram.  I had about 3/4 c. serving at 289 calories


Roast beets in oven for 20-30 minutes at 350, or until softened.  When beets are done and slightly cooled, add everything into your blender or Cuisinart. Add water as needed to loosen the mixture; this is a less oil version than the original and needs the moisture. Serve with fresh crunchy veggies!