Middle Eastern Beet Hummus Toasts

Add a splash of color to any party with this easy appetizer of Middle Eastern-inspired roasted beet hummus spread over multi-grain bread and topped with seeds and chives.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 227 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
• 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
• ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 pound beets - trimmed, peeled, and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 8 slices Nature's Own® Perfectly Crafted Multigrain Bread, toasted
• 2 teaspoons coarsely chopped fresh chives

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Step 2

Place beets in a 10x15x1-inch baking pan and drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil; toss to coat. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes or until very tender, stirring once. Remove from oven and let cool slightly, about 30 minutes.

Step 3

Transfer cooled beets to a food processor. Add Greek yogurt, remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Process until smooth, stopping to scrape sides as necessary.

Step 4

Spread beet mixture onto toasted bread. Top with pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, and chives.