Avocado Beet Hummus Toast (Print View)

Vibrant open-faced toast featuring creamy beet hummus and sliced fresh avocado on crispy bread, ready in 20 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beet Hummus

01 - 1 small cooked beet (about 3.5 oz), peeled and chopped
02 - 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
03 - 2 tablespoons tahini
04 - 1 garlic clove
05 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Toast & Toppings

09 - 2 slices whole grain or sourdough bread
10 - 1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
13 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds or pumpkin seeds (optional)
14 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Combine the beet, chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, and salt in a food processor. Blend until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
02 - Toast the bread slices in a toaster or oven until golden and crisp to your liking.
03 - Spread a generous layer of beet hummus over each toasted bread slice, ensuring even coverage to the edges.
04 - Arrange the thinly sliced avocado neatly on top of the hummus layer, overlapping slightly for better presentation.
05 - Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add fresh parsley and toasted seeds if desired for extra texture and flavor.
06 - Serve immediately while the toast is still crisp, accompanied by fresh lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The stunning pink color makes even the gloomiest morning feel like a celebration
  • You get protein rich hummus and creamy avocado in every single bite
  • It keeps you full for hours without weighing you down
02 -
  • Room temperature chickpeas blend much smoother than cold ones from the fridge
  • If your hummus seems too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time
  • This beet hummus keeps in the fridge for five days and actually tastes better on day two
03 -
  • Wear an apron because beet stains are no joke
  • Peel the beet while it is still slightly warm for easier removal
  • Let the hummus come to room temperature before spreading for the creamiest texture

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