Red Beet Hummus

This is an extremely healthy variation of the classic hummus.

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Yields: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) can beets (when using cooked beets, taste the puree for seasoning, canned version has salt already added) or 1 3⁄4 cups  cooked beets (when using cooked beets, taste the puree for seasoning, canned version has salt already added)
• 1⁄3 cup  tahini paste
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  tablespoons lemon juice
• 1  garlic clove, peeled

Directions

1. Rinse and drain the canned beets.
2. Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender and puree to desired consistency.
3. To thin, add 1 tbsp water at a time.