Whole30 Sweet and Earthy Beet Spread
Transform your appetizer game with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Whole30 Sweet and Earthy Beet Spread! Perfectly roasted beets deliver natural sweetness and a velvety texture, while tahini adds a creamy richness that’s entirely compliant with your Whole30 goals. Infused with zesty fresh lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and a subtle hint of cumin, this spread is as flavorful as it is wholesome. With just 10 minutes of prep time and simple roasting techniques, it’s an easy recipe suitable for every level of cook. Serve it alongside fresh vegetables, as a dip or spread, or as a colorful accent to your favorite Whole30-friendly dishes. Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with earthy goodness, this beet spread will become a staple in your healthy eating routine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium (about 1 pound total) beets
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon tahini (Whole30-compliant)
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Trim the stems and roots from the beets and scrub them well. Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.
Roast the beets in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until fork tender. Cooking time may vary depending on beet size.
Remove the beets from the oven and let them cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, peel off the skins. The skins should slip off easily when rubbed with your fingers or a paper towel.
Cut the roasted beets into chunks and transfer them to a food processor.
Add the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, tahini, garlic, sea salt, ground cumin, and black pepper to the food processor.
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Transfer the beet spread to a serving dish and drizzle with a little extra olive oil, if desired.
Serve immediately with fresh veggies, as a spread, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
951 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.7 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3933 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.9 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.2 g | 147% | |
| Total Sugars | 96.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 310 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 4711 mg | 100% | |
*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.
