By Melinda Maryniuk, MEd, RD, CDCES
Try this delicious dip with lots of raw veggies. It’s perfect way to elevate your healthy snack!
Nutrition facts: 2 Tbsp serving Calories: 65 Carbs: 5 grams Fat:5 grams Protein: 1.5 grams
Ingredients
1 large roasted beet (about 1 cup chopped)
1 15-oz can chickpeas (rinsed)
¼ cup tahini
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup lemon juice
1-2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp salt
Directions
Wash a large fresh beet and rub it with olive oil. Wrap it in foil and roast it in the oven at 425 degrees for about 40 minutes or until soft (you can use canned beets). Combine chickpeas, beets, tahini, oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin and salt in a food processor. Puree until very smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately or cover and chill.
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