But how about switching things up and trying beet hummus, which incorporates the brightly coloured root vegetable full of good-for-you folate, ​​a vitamin that plays a key role in heart health?

Here’s what you’ll need to make this versatile version:

Ingredients:

1 roasted beet, peeled and chopped

1 can chickpeas, drained

2/3 cup tahini

2-3 zested and juiced lemons (about 1/3 cup of lemon juice)

2 cloves garlic, chopped

1/3 cup olive oil

1 teaspoon cumin or more, to taste

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1 handful chopped herbs of your choice

Options for toppings (if desired):
Zaatar

Edible flowers
Mixed crushed nuts

Olive oil

Preparation:

Combine the chickpeas, tahini, beet, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt in the bowl of a food processor.

With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and blend until smooth.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, or salt as needed. 

Add toppings if desired and serve!

What a healthy way to add a gorgeous pop of colour to your meals! What will you put your beet hummus on? If you make this recipe and want to share it with us, tag us on Instagram @stokesstores and use the hashtag #StokesMoments.