1mediumcauliflowercut into florets, washed and cleaned
1smallbeetpeeled and cut into four
1.5tbsptahini
1/4cupreserved water
3tbsplemon juice
1tsplemon zest
1tspground cumin
1/2tspsea saltpls additional
1.5tbspolive oil
2tspminced garlic
Roasted Chickpeas
1 15 ozcanchickpeasskin peeled, rinsed and dried
1/4tspall spice
1/4tsp ground cumin
1/4tspground cinnamon
1/4tspground coriander
1/4tspground turmeric
1/4tsppaprika
1tspolive oil
topping
1Persian cucumber chopped
1/4cupcherry tomatoeschopped
fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
Hummus
Bring a medium pot filled with water to boil. Add the cauliflower florets and beets, cook 20-25 minutes. When done drain, and place the beet in a high powered blender or food processor and puree. Place the cauliflower in a cheese cloth and remove excess water. Add to blender, and add the rest of the ingredients except for the olive oil. Blend until smooth, add additional water as needed. Next gently drizzle the olive oil.
Roasted chickpeas
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. drizzle chickpeas with olive oil then toss with spices. Spread chickpeas on baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
Plating
Scrape the hummus into a serving bowl. Use a spoon to smooth out and make a pit. Drizzle with additional olive oil. top with roasted chickpeas, cucumbers, and tomatoes. Garnish with parsley. Enjoy with veggies, tostones, and atop sweet potato toast. Keep covered and refrigerated up to 3 days.