Alpha Gal Friendly Beet Hummus Cucumber Rounds
That vivid magenta hummus isn't just eye-catching — it's built entirely from plants and pantry staples, making it a genuinely stress-free choice for anyone navigating alpha-gal syndrome. Every ingredient here, from the roasted beet to the chickpeas, tahini, and fresh lemon juice, is completely free of mammalian meat and animal byproducts, so there's no second-guessing the label on a store-bought dip. Roasting the beet low and slow in foil coaxes out a deep, earthy sweetness that balances the nutty tahini and bright citrus in a way that feels almost luxurious for something this simple. The food processor does the heavy lifting, and a splash of cold water at the end brings everything to that perfectly spreadable, creamy consistency. Piled onto cool cucumber rounds, each bite is crisp, fresh, and satisfying — the kind of appetizer that disappears fast at a gathering without anyone realizing it was built around a dietary need. A drizzle of good olive oil and a pinch of flaky salt at the finish elevate the whole platter from casual snack to something you'd genuinely be proud to set out for guests.
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4 servings
For the beet hummus
- 1 medium beet (about 6 oz), scrubbed
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 small clove garlic
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- 2–3 tbsp cold water, as needed
For serving
- 1 large english cucumber, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 pinch flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Place the beet on a sheet of aluminum foil, drizzle with a little olive oil, and wrap tightly. Set on a baking sheet and roast for 35–40 minutes, until a knife slides through the center with no resistance.
- 2
Remove the beet from the oven and let it rest, still wrapped, for 10 minutes. Unwrap and, using a paper towel, rub the skin off under cool running water. Cut the beet into rough chunks.
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