Beetroot Hummus Recipe | Easy Beet Dip (without tahini)
This creamy beetroot hummus recipe combines chickpeas, cooked beetroot, sesame and lemon into a colourful, healthy dip that's perfect with pita, dosa or crackers.
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Beet Hummus (No Tahini, Just Roasted Sesame Seeds)
In our house, hummus shows up next to dosa and roti about as often as it shows up with pita. My kids grew up eating it that way, so to them it is not really a Middle Eastern dip, it is just another thing that goes on the dinner plate.
This beet version is the one they ask for the most, mostly because of the color. It turns this deep, almost shocking pink, and somehow that convinces even beet skeptics to dip in.
If you're looking for an easy homemade beet hummus that's colourful, healthy and comes together in minutes, this recipe is one you'll want to make again and again.
What makes this version different
Most hummus recipes, either use tahini or replace it with yogurt or aquafaba. This one uses roasted sesame seeds instead.
I did not have tahini in the house the first time I made this, so I ground in sesame seeds directly, and honestly I never went back to buying tahini for this recipe. It gives the same nutty base without an extra jar sitting in your fridge.
The natural sweetness and earthy taste of beetroot often makes people hesitant to try it. But here, garlic, green chilli, lemon juice and sesame balance everything so well that the sweetness simply rounds out the flavors instead of dominating them.
Why You'll Love This Beetroot Hummus
- Naturally colourful without any artificial ingredients. Made with simple pantry staples.
- It comes together in one grinder jar, no separate roasting or blending steps.
- It is naturally vegan and gluten free, so it works for most dietary restrictions without any swapping..
- Works as a dip, sandwich spread or wrap filling. Pairs surprisingly well with dosa, chapati and roti.
Some beetroot recipes to try
Ingredients
- Chickpeas, chickpeas form the creamy base of this hummus. I have used canned chickpeas for convenience, but home-cooked chickpeas work equally well.
- Beetroot, a small cooked beetroot gives this hummus its beautiful color and a mild earthy sweetness.
- Sesame Seeds, traditional hummus uses tahini (sesame paste). I didn't have any on hand, so I used roasted sesame seeds instead. They blend beautifully and add the same nutty flavor.
- Spices, this beautiful dip uses garlic, green chili and lemon juice. These balance the sweetness of the beetroot and add just enough heat and freshness.
- Oil, I have used olive oil for this pretty pink creamy dip.
How to Make Beetroot Hummus
- Peel and roughly chop the beetroot. Cook until fork tender. Cool it completely.
- Add the chickpeas, beetroot, garlic, green chilli, roasted sesame seeds, salt and lemon juice to a blender.
- Blend until smooth, adding the oil gradually to create a creamy consistency.
- Taste and adjust the salt or lemon juice if needed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little extra oil before serving.
Beetroot Hummus Recipe | Easy Beet Dip
Equipment
- I use a Ninja Blender
Ingredients
- 250 grams chickpeas drained, i used tinned ones
- 80 grams beets a small beetroot
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 green chili
- 2 tablespoon roasted sesame seeds read notes
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- juice of lemon
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and peel the beetroot, chop it roughly and cook until soft.
- I usually cook in the microwave for 10-12 minutes at power 100. Drain the beets, use the liquid to make dal/rasam. Let the beets cool completely.
- We usually get roasted sesame seeds from the supermarket. You can also toast them directly on the stove.
- Heat a tava, add sesame seeds to it. Keep the heat at medium. Keep stirring. Toast until it starts crackling. Let it cool down completely.
- Take the chopped beets along with rest of the ingredients, except oil in a mixie jar. Grind until smooth.
- Once the hummus is smooth, now add oil slowly while still grinding, to ensure smooth process of the hummus.
- Once done, remove it to a serving bowl and serve as a dip with breads, veggies and crackers. My kids enjoy hummus with roti's, even with dosa.
Notes
- Tahini/sesame butter is used in hummus, since i didnt have readymade tahini in hand, i used 2 tablespoon of roasted sesame seeds in place of it.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
I m not a Doctor or a Nutritionist The Nutrition information provided above comes from the plugin and is only an estimate.
How to serve it
This is where our family gets a little unconventional. Yes, it works the traditional way with pita, crackers, and raw vegetables.
You can pair this beautiful beets dip with traditional breads like this naan-e-barbari. Pair it with some homemade spring roll pastry chips.
But at our table it shows up alongside menthe dosa and black pepper koki too. My kids do not think twice about scooping it up with a roti the way you would with pita bread.
I love to pair it with this simple steamed scallion buns. The plain buns dipped with color beetroot hummus, such a pretty contrast on the plate. Make these pretty potato pockets and serve it along this colorful dip.
My Tips
- Let the cooked beetroot cool before blending. Warm beetroot can make the hummus slightly loose.
- Taste before you serve. Beets vary a lot in sweetness, so you may want to adjust the chili or lemon slightly.
- If your hummus feels thicker than you would like once it is done, a spoon of water or a little extra oil while grinding will loosen it up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely. Pressure-cooked chickpeas work wonderfully and often produce an even creamier hummus.
Yes. Replace the roasted sesame seeds with about 2 tablespoons of tahini.
Yes. Simply omit the garlic if you prefer a milder flavour.
Not really. The garlic, chilli and lemon balance the natural sweetness of the beetroot, making it a savory dip.
This usually comes down to two things: not grinding long enough, or adding the oil too quickly. Pour the oil in slowly while the grinder is running, and stop to scrape down the sides if needed.
I am cent percent sure my girls would love this! Time to get some beets and cook them, so that whenever the mood for hummus pops up, I am ready to make it... 🙂
More than the taste I love the color it lends to the food it is add to. Wonderful dip
How eye pleasing this catchy hummus looks.. Just need some tortilla chips to have with.
I am sure this colorful hummus will win the hearts of my girls as well.
That is a beautiful bowl of hummus. Adding beets is a such a healthy way of serving to kids.
I like the twist of using the toasted sesame seeds as I am not a huge fan of tahini - I usually go really mild of it in my hummus versions
Beets are our favorite and I cook weekly once at least. This hummus sounds delish and needless to talk about that vibrant color.
That beet hummus looks absolutely amazing. That is such a great idea to add beets to hummus - makes it so healthy and nutritious.
The color of the beets is just so amazing! I love beetroot and I am sure we would love this. So perfect for the theme!
Beet hummus looks so great, love the color and texture it has got. Good one
That's one colourful bowl you got there Priya and so fantastic that your boys enjoy all these..that's really so good to know!
Healthy and colourful!! Love the colour of this hummus. Adding roasted sesame seeds is a great idea too.