Beet Hummus

This recipe came courtesy of VeggieWiz, a great blog for fun vegetable recipes. Check it out :) I made only very small changes, mainly to slightly lower the calorie count, and upped the flavor somewhat (extra garlic and lemon).

Beet Hummus
1/2 c. tahin
1 16 oz can garbonzo beans
1.5 c. beets, peeled and chopped (2 medium)
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

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 or pita bread.

 

Eric's dinner : Sponge Bob Square Pants mac'n'cheese.