MEZZE SPREADS Recipe

Prepare Beet Hummus

In a food processor, combine the beetroot, chickpeas, tahini, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 clove of minced garlic, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth. Season with salt to taste.

Prepare Carrot Hummus

In the same food processor, add the chopped carrots, remaining garlic clove, tahini, and 1/2 cup of water. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add salt and adjust consistency with more water if needed.

Prepare Baba Ghanoush

Roast the eggplant in the oven until soft. Once cooled, scoop the flesh into the food processor. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, ground cumin, and salt to taste. Blend until smooth.

Serve

Transfer the spreads to serving bowls. Drizzle with olive oil if desired. Serve with flatbread and wheat pita for dipping.