Ithaca Beet Hummus Copycat Recipe

This Ithaca Beet Hummus Copycat recipe is inspired by my new favorite brand of hummus. The first time I bought Ithaca’s Beet Hummus, I fell in love with its texture and taste. So naturally, I went back for more flavors! I tried every flavor they offered, and ended up with 3 favorites—the beet hummus was the all time winner. Followed closely by my other two favorite flavors—buffalo ranch & lemon garlic. Specialty hummus can be pretty expensive, so I decided to try and master it on my own.

Here is my copycat recipe of the Ithaca Beet Hummus! I decide to add recipes for the buffalo ranch & lemon garlic flavors as well. The beet hummus is most definitely my favorite—let me know which one is yours. 💕

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How to Make Beet Hummus

This hot pink beet hummus is a new star in the world of hummus! My Ithaca Beet Hummus copycat recipe not only looks beautiful, but is filled with essential vitamins and minerals. Best of all, it's incredibly easy to make at home, with only 6 ingredients. Say goodbye to expensive store-bought hummus!

Ingredients

• 1 Can Chickpeas
• 1 Large Beet
• 3 Cloves Garlic
• ¼ Cup Olive Oil
• 1 Lemon juiced
• ⅓ Cup Tahini
• 1 Teaspoon Salt

Ingredient Tips

For great hummus, we need soft, creamy chickpeas. My favorite chickpeas to use are the Trader Joe’s brand. You'll also need fresh lemons for juice and zest, and tahini (which is sesame seed butter). Be sure to grab a beet for roasting, and some garlic for perfect flavor. You’ll season the hummus to taste with salt.

Quick & Easy Step-By-Step

Roast the Beet: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Wash the beet, wrap it in foil, and roast for about 45 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork. Let the beet cool, then peel off the skin and cut into cubes.

Blend the Hummus: In a food processor, blend the chickpeas, roasted beets, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Slowly add olive oil while blending. If the hummus is too thick, add cold water or more olive oil gradually.

Garnish and Serve: Scoop the beet hummus out of the food processor or blender and put it in your favorite serving bowl or platter! I like to add a drizzle of olive oil and squeeze of lemon to garnish the hummus. You could also add a sprinkle of nuts, like pine nuts, olive tapenade, or parsley for a beautiful finishing touch! I like to eat mine with carrots & cucumbers or Milton’s gluten free crispy sea salt crackers.

Why These Ingredients?

• Cooked beets: Adds vibrant color and an earthy flavor.
• Lemon juice: Provides refreshing tanginess, and helps preserve the freshness of the dip.
• Chickpeas: Serves as the creamy base.
• Fresh garlic: Adds depth and so much flavor.
• Tahini: Gives the hummus it’s irresistible creamy texture.
• Extra virgin olive oil: Enhances the richness and helps the recipe stay fresh longer.

Hummus Variations

Making hummus can be a fun and interactive experience, so get creative and enjoy experimenting with different flavors. I’m going to give you the recipes for my two other favorite variations, based on Ithaca Hummus flavors as well—the Lemon Garlic & Buffalo Ranch!

Lemon Garlic Hummus Variation: As I’ve been experimenting with making a perfect hummus, I’ve realized it begins with getting the lemon & garlic ratios beautifully balanced! So this Lemon Garlic Hummus flavor is basically the base to all hummuses! You’ll need 1 can of chickpeas, 3 cloves of garlic, the juice of 1 lemon, ¼ cup olive oil, ⅓ cup of tahini, and salt to taste (I use about a teaspoon). In a food processor or blender, blend all of the ingredients, except the olive oil. Once those ingredients are well combined, slowly add olive oil while blending. If the hummus is too thick, add cold water or more olive oil gradually! Enjoy!

Buffalo Ranch Variation: To make the buffalo ranch hummus, you’ll use all of the same ingredients above in addition to ¼ cup of hot sauce & a ½ tablespoon of dried dill. Similarly, blend all of the ingredients including the hot sauce & dill, except the olive oil. Once those ingredients are well combined, slowly add olive oil while blending. If the hummus is too thick, add cold water or more olive oil gradually, and of course—enjoy!

Recipe Alternatives

There are so many fun ways to spice up your everyday hummus and use different flavors! Try white or black beans instead of chickpeas. Replace the beets with avocado, edamame, purple or regular sweet potato, basil, roasted red pepper, or roasted carrots! Of course, try adding in your favorite spices like cumin, za’atar, mediterranean spices, or turmeric.

Frequently Asked Questions

Enjoy!

Hummus has to be one the best things, especially when it’s full of fun flavor. If you struggle to hit a protein goal or choose a healthy snack, having hummus & your favorite veggie or cracker on hand can be very helpful for staying on track with eating well. Hummus is really healthy, packed with nutritional value, and actually delicious. My favorite part about this hummus is the color! It is the prettiest pink ever and looks beautiful on a platter with veggies. I also love it as a sauce, dressing, dip, & sandwich spread.

Let me know what you think when you make this recipe, & tag me on Instagram if you post a photo of this hot pink creation! ENJOY 💕@entirelyemmy