Roasted Beet Tahini Dip

Recipe by Rebecca Feldman, Honey’s Holistic Chef

**This ingredients is available at Honey’s Farm Store, open Saturdays & Sundays year-round, 10am-4pm

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh beets** (about 4 medium)

• ½ cup tahini

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 2 cloves garlic

• 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil**

• 1 tsp sea salt

• 2-4 Tbsp water, as needed

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.

2. Wash the beets and place them in a covered baking dish.

3. Roast for 45-60 minutes, until fork tender.

4. Allow the beets to cool enough to handle, then slip off the skins.

5. Add the roasted beets, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt to a food processor.

6. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.

7. Add water one tablespoon at a time until the dip reaches your desired consistency.

8. Taste and adjust with additional lemon or salt if needed.

9. To serve, spread into a shallow bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Garnish with fresh herbs, sesame seeds, or a few diced roasted beets. Serve with seasonal vegetables, crackers, or warm crusty bread.