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Beet Hummus Recipe: Easy Homemade Dip with Feta and Pita

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This vibrant beet hummus is creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet, topped with salty feta and crunchy pine nuts. It’s a show-stopping, healthy dip perfect for parties, snacks, or family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium beets (about 8 oz), scrubbed and trimmed
  • 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (or about 1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas)
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2–3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about half a large lemon)
  • 1 large garlic clove, peeled
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • 2–3 tablespoons cold water (as needed for blending)
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 3 tablespoons pine nuts, lightly toasted
  • Chopped fresh parsley or dill (optional)
  • Extra olive oil, for drizzling
  • Rustic pita bread, cut into triangles
  • Assorted veggies: carrots, cucumber slices, bell pepper strips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Scrub and trim beets, wrap each tightly in foil, and place on a baking sheet. Roast until fork-tender, about 40-50 minutes.
  2. Let beets cool enough to handle, then slip off skins and chop into 1-inch pieces.
  3. Toast pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until golden and fragrant (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat.
  4. Add roasted beet chunks, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, salt, and 2 tablespoons olive oil to a food processor.
  5. Process for 1-2 minutes, scraping down sides as needed. With motor running, drizzle in 2-3 tablespoons cold water and another 1 tablespoon olive oil, blending until silky-smooth and vibrant. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. If hummus is too thick, add more water or oil, 1 tablespoon at a time.
  7. Spoon hummus into a wide, shallow bowl. Create swoops with the back of a spoon.
  8. Sprinkle with crumbled feta, toasted pine nuts, and fresh herbs if using. Drizzle with olive oil.
  9. Serve with rustic pita triangles and fresh veggies. Chill in fridge for 1-2 hours for thicker, more flavorful dip if desired.

Notes

Roast beets thoroughly for creamy texture. Use cold water for extra fluffiness. Taste and adjust lemon and salt to preference. For vegan, omit feta or use dairy-free alternative. For nut-free, use pumpkin or sunflower seeds instead of pine nuts. Hummus thickens as it chills; stir in water or oil if needed before serving.

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Keywords: beet hummus, healthy dip, Mediterranean appetizer, vegetarian snack, gluten-free, party dip, easy hummus, roasted beet, feta, pine nuts, pita

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