Feta and beetroot hummus

  • 1h
  • 2
  • 368 kcal
  • Intermediate
  • Ketogenic
  • Dairy , Soy

Per 190 g contains

368 kcal 1531 kj
18%
22 g
31%
5.7 g
28%
3.7 g
4%
1 g
16%

of an adult's recommended intake.
Typical energy values per 100g: 806kj/194kcal

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A healthy snack for those with diabetes

Want to up your hummus game? Roasted beetroot makes a delicious and colourful addition to regular hummus.

When making any type of hummus, you'll get a smoother result if you peel the chickpeas first. Put the chickpeas into a large bowl of water and rub them between your hands; don't worry about trying to get every single one. Give the water a swirl and the skins will float to the surface.

Serve with crudités for a healthy snack or light meal. Once made, this will keep in the fridge for several days.

Ingredients

  • Beetroot, small
    2
  • Olive oil
    1tsp
  • Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
    200g 7oz
  • Tahini
    2tsp
  • Soy sauce
    1tsp
    Soy
  • Feta cheese
    50g 1.7oz
    Dairy
  • Lemon juice
    1tbsp
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
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Cooking Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 190°C fan/gas mark 5. Top and tail the beetroot – cut off the stalk and thin root – and cut into four or six wedges. Coat in oil and roast for 30-40 minutes.
  2. Take out of the oven and leave to cool. Peel the beetroot once cooled.
  3. Add the peeled beetroot and the other ingredients to a food processor, mini chopper or blender and blitz until smooth.

Nutritional Information

Typical Valuesper 100gper 190g serving
Energy
194 kcal
806 kj
368 kcal
1531 kj
Fat
of which saturates
12 g
3 g
22 g
5.7 g
Carbohydrate
of which sugars
11 g
1.9 g
21 g
3.7 g
Fibre4.3 g
8.2 g
Protein9.2 g
18 g
Salt0.5 g
1 g

Beetroot

Beetroot is a rich source of betalain and neobetanin, nutrients that have been found to help lower glucose levels and increase insulin sensitivity.

Chickpeas

A great source of vegan and vegetarian protein, chickpeas are also full of iron and vitamin K, which are both beneficial for blood health.

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