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These two easy-to-make beetroot recipes showcase the versatility of this vibrant vegetable. First, a roasted beetroot hummus that’s rich and creamy, and second, a refreshing beet carpaccio with a delightful dressing.

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Beetroot Hummus


This roasted beetroot hummus is a deliciously creamy and vibrant dish, perfect for serving as a dip. The earthy sweetness of the roasted beetroot pairs beautifully with chickpeas, garlic, and tahini to create a delightful blend of flavours.

Takes 30 minutes

Serves 12

Ingredients
 

  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 x 400g tins of chickpeas
  • Juice of 1 lemon (approx 50ml lemon juice)
  • 2 tbsp light tahini
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 250 g beetroot
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 4 tbsp water (optional, for adjusting texture)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 180℃ (fan-assisted).
  • Prepare the Beetroot:
    Roughly chop the beetroot into bite-size pieces and place them on a baking tray.
    Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
    Roast in the oven for 25 minutes or until the edges are slightly charred.
  • Warm the Chickpeas:
    Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
    Place them in a pot of boiling water and simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes to warm them up.
    Drain them afterwards.
  • Blend the Hummus:
    In a food processor, add the peeled garlic, roasted beetroot, drained chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, 1 tsp of salt, ½ tsp of black pepper, and 4 tbsp of water.
    Blend for 2-3 minutes, until smooth. Add more water if needed to achieve your desired texture.
    Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • Serve:
    Serve the hummus in a bowl, surrounded by toasted pita bread fingers for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 56kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 17mgPotassium: 83mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg

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Beetroot recipes

Here are 2 easy to make beetroot recipes to show the versatility and ease of cooking with beet can be. We make a roasted beetroot hummus and a beet carpaccio

Prep time : 10 mins | Cook time : 25 mins | Total time 35 mins Makes: 10 Servings | Difficulty: Medium

Beetroot is the sweetest of all veg and has a wonderful earthy and sweet flavour to it. It is one of the few veg where you can eat both the leaves and the root. Due to its high sugar content it caramelises really well when roasted. Here we make 2 easy to make beetroot recipes. A roasted beetroot hummus or a pink hummus and also a beet carpaccio. If you dont have time to roast the beetroot you can use precooked vacum packed beetroot instead, the only trade off is that the colour with precooked beetroot is less bright.

In these. In these 2 recipes we want to show how quick and easy as well as tasty beetroot can be. The beet carpaccio is greater than the sum of its parts. Ideally you would use a mandoline to finely slice the beetroots, just be careful with your fingers. The creamy vinaigrette is so good and goes great used elsewhere for salads and ever on a some toast!

 

Some serving suggestions for these Beetroot recipes

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Beet carpaccio


Beet carpaccio is a quick and easy way to enjoy fresh beetroot. The beetroot slices are marinated in vinegar and olive oil, softened by salt, and topped with a creamy dressing and toasted cashew nuts. This dish is a light, refreshing starter or side.

Takes 6 minutes

Serves 4

Ingredients
 

  • 200 g fresh beetroot
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Coarse sea salt

For the Creamy Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

For Topping:

  • 50 g cashew nuts (toasted and crushed)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Beetroot:
    Wash the beetroot, and trim off the top and bottom.
    Use a mandoline slicer to finely slice the beetroot into thin rounds.
  • Marinate the Beetroot:
    In a bowl, toss the beetroot slices with a generous pinch of coarse sea salt, 1 tbsp of olive oil, and 1 tbsp of balsamic vinegar.
    Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavours to meld.
  • Make the Creamy Dressing:
    In a mug, whisk together the tahini, olive oil, white wine vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard until the dressing becomes smooth and creamy.
  • Assemble:
    Arrange the marinated beetroot slices on a large plate. Drizzle over the creamy dressing.
  • Finish with Nuts:
    Sprinkle the toasted and crushed cashew nuts over the beetroot for a crunchy finish.
  • Serve:
    Enjoy this refreshing beet carpaccio as a starter or light entrée!

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 5gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 87mgPotassium: 304mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 24IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 2mg
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6 Comments

  1. Stephen says:

    5 stars
    loved the beet carpaccio what a great way to use beetroot!

  2. shutter count says:

    I’m absolutely loving the beetroot recipes on your blog! I’ve been searching for some new plant-based ideas and these recipes have been a game-changer. The roasted beetroot salad with pistachios and goat’s cheese substitute is now my new go-to dish

  3. Neet and angel says:

    I’ve been meaning to try beetroot for ages and this post has finally inspired me to do so! The ideas you’ve shared are so creative and I love the simplicity of the recipes. Can’t wait to give them a go and experiment with different variations. Thanks for sharing

  4. April says:

    I love the look of these recipes, I’ve been struggling to find a way to incorporate beetroot into my cooking. The colour and shape of the hummus dip caught my eye, I’ll definitely be giving that a try this weekend

  5. M P says:

    I love how versatile beetroot is! The recipes in this post are so inspiring, especially the beetroot hummus. Can’t wait to try these out and add some vibrant color to my meals! Thanks for sharing!

  6. lmA says:

    I absolutely love these beetroot recipes! They look vibrant and delicious. Can’t wait to try the roasted beetroot salad this weekend. Thanks for sharing such great ideas!

5 from 1 vote

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6 Comments

  1. Stephen says:

    5 stars
    loved the beet carpaccio what a great way to use beetroot!

  2. shutter count says:

    I’m absolutely loving the beetroot recipes on your blog! I’ve been searching for some new plant-based ideas and these recipes have been a game-changer. The roasted beetroot salad with pistachios and goat’s cheese substitute is now my new go-to dish

  3. Neet and angel says:

    I’ve been meaning to try beetroot for ages and this post has finally inspired me to do so! The ideas you’ve shared are so creative and I love the simplicity of the recipes. Can’t wait to give them a go and experiment with different variations. Thanks for sharing

  4. April says:

    I love the look of these recipes, I’ve been struggling to find a way to incorporate beetroot into my cooking. The colour and shape of the hummus dip caught my eye, I’ll definitely be giving that a try this weekend

  5. M P says:

    I love how versatile beetroot is! The recipes in this post are so inspiring, especially the beetroot hummus. Can’t wait to try these out and add some vibrant color to my meals! Thanks for sharing!

  6. lmA says:

    I absolutely love these beetroot recipes! They look vibrant and delicious. Can’t wait to try the roasted beetroot salad this weekend. Thanks for sharing such great ideas!

5 from 1 vote

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