Heart-Healthy Sweet and Earthy Beet Spread
Elevate your snacking game with this Heart-Healthy Sweet and Earthy Beet Spread—a vibrant, nutrient-rich recipe that boasts a perfect balance of sweetness and earthiness. Roasted beets serve as the star ingredient, bringing their natural color and flavor, while creamy tahini, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of garlic and cumin complement the beets with bold, savory notes. Whipped into a smooth, velvety spread, this recipe is not only packed with heart-friendly ingredients like olive oil and beets but also incredibly versatile. Serve it as a dip for crisp veggies, slather it on whole-grain bread, or pair it with crackers for an irresistible bite. Ready in under an hour and ideal for meal prep, this spread is a healthy win for your weekly menu! Keywords: heart-healthy beet spread, roasted beet dip, sweet and earthy spread, vegan appetizer, healthy snacking recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium (about 1/2 pound) beets
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish) fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash the beets thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wrap each beet in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.
Roast the beets in the oven for 40-45 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Once the beets are cool enough to handle, peel off the skins by rubbing them gently with your hands or a paper towel. (Wear gloves if you want to avoid staining your hands.)
Chop the peeled beets roughly and transfer them to a food processor.
Add the olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, cumin, salt, pepper, and water to the food processor.
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Transfer the spread to a serving bowl. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve as a dip with fresh vegetables, as a spread on whole-grain bread or crackers, or alongside your favorite heart-healthy snacks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
670 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.7 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2137 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.8 g | ||
| Protein | 14.9 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2430 mg | 187% | |
| Iron | 10720.0 mg | 59556% | |
| Potassium | 1776 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
