Spicy and Creamy Beet Hummus

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 200 g cooked chickpeas
• 1 cooked beet
• 1 clove of garlic
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 pinch of chili powder
• Salt and olive oil

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. Place the cooked chickpeas in the processor or blender to start the creamy base.
2. Add the diced beet and the peeled garlic clove, ensuring that the ingredients are uniform.
3. Add the tahini, lemon juice, and cumin; process for one minute until obtaining a homogeneous and smooth mixture.
4. Add salt and chili powder to taste, mixing again to integrate the spicy flavor in a balanced way.
5. Add a splash of olive oil and process until the texture is creamy and velvety.
6. If it is too thick, add a tablespoon of water and mix again until you achieve the desired consistency.
7. Serve in a bowl, decorate with a drizzle of olive oil and sesame seeds if desired, accompanying with toasted pita bread or fresh cut vegetables for dipping.