We know beets aren’t normally picked by kids as their favorite veggie, but with some help from The Hummus & Pita Co. founder Dave Pesso, they may soon inch towards to the top of the list.
This would also be a great snack to have for Valentine's Day!
Pesso gets his five-year-old daughter to eat beets by blending red beets with chickpeas, garlic, tahini, and lemon juice to make a colorful pink hummus. Not only is it fun to eat, but also full of protein and dietary fiber!
Beet Hummus courtesy of The Hummus & Pita Co.
Makes 16 4-oz. servings
Ingredients:
- 3 cups chickpea
- 2 cups cooked red beets
- 1½ cups tahini
- ½ cup water
- 1/3 cup fresh garlic
- 2½ tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1½ tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp cumin
Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
- Refrigerate to store.
Enjoy with pita chips or raw vegetables.
Quick links to get you where you want to go:
Macaroni Kid Roseville-Rocklin-Lincoln is published weekly to keep parents "in the know" about great activities in our area for the kids. Subscribe to our e-newsletter so you don't miss a thing and be eligible to enter our giveaways! If you already subscribe, help us spread the word to others!
Get social with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest! Sharing is caring, share us with your friends and family today!
Check out the other Macaroni Kids sites in our area!
We do our best to ensure that all event information is accurate, however sometimes dates and times get changed, or an event may be canceled, and we are not made aware of it. It is always best to check with the event website or Facebook page listing to be sure before going.
