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Byte-Size Beetroot Hummus with Za'atar Pita Chips

Welcome to an exciting journey of flavors and colors! Today, we're taking a detour from the traditional hummus and introducing you to a vibrant twist - the Byte-Size Beetroot Hummus. Served with homemade za'atar spiced pita chips, this dish is a perfect blend of earthiness from the beetroot, creaminess from the chickpeas, and a kick from the spices. It's not only visually striking but also packed with nutrients.

  • SERVES
    4-6 people
  • PREP TIME
    20 minutes
  • Cook TIME
    10 minutes
Ingredients
  • 2 medium-sized beetroots, boiled and peeled
  • 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 pita breads
  • 4 tablespoons za'atar spice mix
Directions
  1. Cut the boiled beetroots into chunks and add them to a food processor along with chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, tahini, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Blend until smooth, gradually adding the olive oil through the feed tube.
  3. Taste and adjust salt and lemon juice as needed. Your beetroot hummus is ready!
  4. For the pita chips, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Cut the pita bread into wedges and arrange them on a baking sheet.
  6. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle generously with za'atar spice mix.
  7. Bake for 10 minutes until crispy and golden.
  8. Serve your vibrant beetroot hummus with the warm za'atar pita chips. Enjoy!

This Byte-Size Beetroot Hummus is a tech-forward take on a beloved staple. Hummus, a historic dish popular in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, typically consists of chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and lemon. In this version, we've added beetroot to give it a vibrant hue and a subtle earthy flavor. The beetroot not only adds to the aesthetic appeal but also packs in a nutritional punch, making this dish both healthful and delightful.

This recipe was inspired by Iron Chef's commitment to reinventing classics with an innovative twist. The addition of beetroot to hummus is a playful, yet thoughtful variation, and serving it with homemade za'atar pita chips adds another layer of flavor and texture, making this dish an elevated version of the classic hummus.

While the traditional hummus is always a crowd-pleaser, this Byte-Size Beetroot Hummus brings a surprising twist to the table. The za'atar spiced pita chips, on the other hand, are a nod to the traditional way of enjoying hummus, but with an added depth of flavor from the za'atar. These chips are not only easy to make but also highly addictive, providing a crunchy contrast to the creamy hummus.

So why not venture out of the classic hummus territory and give this vibrant and flavorful Byte-Size Beetroot Hummus a try? Not only does it make a visually stunning appetizer, but it also promises an explosion of flavors with every bite.

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