Nut-Free Sweet and Earthy Beet Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this Nut-Free Sweet and Earthy Beet Spread—a vibrant, creamy dip that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Featuring roasted beets as the star, this nut-free recipe combines the subtly sweet and earthy flavor of beets with the rich creaminess of tahini, a sesame seed paste. Brightened with a splash of fresh lemon juice and seasoned with garlic and cumin, this spread is perfect for dipping crackers, pairing with fresh veggies, or elevating sandwiches and wraps. Ready in under an hour, including prep and roasting time, this easy-to-make beet spread offers a wholesome, allergy-friendly option for hosting or meal prepping. With its bold color and versatile serving possibilities, it’s sure to wow your guests while providing a healthy addition to any table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium (about 1 pound total) Beets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Tahini (nut-free sesame seed paste)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.75 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water (optional, for consistency)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the beets thoroughly and cut off the tops and bottoms. Wrap each beet loosely in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.
Roast the beets in the oven for 45 minutes or until a fork can easily pierce through them. Baking time may vary depending on beet size.
Once the beets are cool enough to handle, peel off the skin. The skin should slide off easily using your hands or a paper towel.
Cut the peeled beets into small cubes and transfer them to a food processor.
Add the olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, ground cumin, and salt to the food processor.
Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. If the spread is too thick, add water 1 tablespoon at a time and blend until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or cumin according to your preference.
Transfer the beet spread to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the spread chilled or at room temperature with crackers, fresh veggies, or as a sandwich spread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1058 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.0 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4558 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.1 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.6 g | 152% | |
| Total Sugars | 96.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 4791 mg | 102% | |
*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.
