Yields: 4 servings
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 40-60 minutes (for roasting beets)
Ingredients
Beet Hummus
- 1 medium beet (about the size of a baseball), scrubbed clean
- 3/4 cup store-bought plain hummus (Sabra classic is a good choice)
Toast
- 4 slices hearty bread (gluten-free or regular, whole grain is best)
- 1/2 avocado, thinly sliced
- 3 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- 1/2 cup microgreens
- Sea salt to taste
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- Aluminum foil
- Food processor or high-powered blender
Instructions
1. Roast the Beet
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- Wrap the beet: Wrap the cleaned beet in aluminum foil.
- Roast: Place the wrapped beet on a baking sheet and roast for 40-60 minutes, or until a knife can be easily inserted.
- Cool and peel: Allow the roasted beet to cool enough to handle. Use a paper towel to rub off the skin.
2. Make the Beet Hummus
- Combine: Add the peeled beet and hummus to a food processor.
- Process: Blend until very smooth. You may need to add a tablespoon of water to help achieve a creamy consistency.
- Adjust seasoning (optional): Taste and add salt if needed.
- Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for flavors to blend (can be made a few days in advance).
3. Assemble the Toast
- Toast the bread: Toast the bread slices to your desired level of crispness. If using gluten-free bread, broil on a foil-lined pan for 1-2 minutes per side to avoid cross-contamination.
- Spread hummus: Generously spread beet hummus on each slice of toast.
- Add avocado: Top with sliced avocado.
- Crumble cheese: Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese over the toast.
- Garnish: Add microgreens and a sprinkle of sea salt.
Tips
No food processor? A high-powered blender can work, though the texture may be slightly less smooth.
Make-ahead: Roast the beets and make the beet hummus several days in advance for quick breakfasts or snacks.
Customize: Get creative with toppings! Try a drizzle of balsamic glaze, some chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an extra flavor kick.
