Low Sodium Sweet and Earthy Beet Spread

Elevate your appetizers and snacks with this deliciously vibrant Low Sodium Sweet and Earthy Beet Spread. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this creamy dip combines naturally sweet roasted beets with tangy balsamic vinegar, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of honey or maple syrup for a vegan-friendly option. With its low sodium content, this nutritious spread is brimming with bold, wholesome flavors. Blended to a smooth consistency and optionally accented with crunchy unsalted sunflower seeds, it’s a versatile recipe that can be served as a dip for fresh veggies, a colorful toast topper, or a flavorful addition to wraps and sandwiches. Ready in just over an hour, this easy, nutrient-packed spread is a stunning and flavorful way to celebrate the earthy goodness of beets.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 medium (approximately 1.5 pounds) Beets
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted sunflower seeds (optional for texture)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Thoroughly rinse the beets to remove any dirt. Trim off the greens and roots, but do not peel the beets.

Step 3

Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 4

Roast the beets in the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Larger beets may require additional time to cook.

Step 5

Once roasted, remove the beets from the oven. Allow them to cool until they are safe to handle, approximately 10 minutes.

Step 6

Use a paper towel or your hands to rub the skins off the cooled beets. The skins should slip off easily.

Step 7

Chop the peeled beets into chunks and transfer them to a food processor or blender.

Step 8

Add the garlic cloves, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), and ground black pepper to the food processor.

Step 9

Optional: Add the unsalted sunflower seeds for additional texture and depth.

Step 10

Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides of the bowl if needed. Adjust consistency by adding a teaspoon of olive oil or water at a time, if desired.

Step 11

Taste the spread and adjust the sweetness or acidity by adding additional honey, maple syrup, or lemon juice based on preference.

Step 12

Transfer the beet spread to a container and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 13

Serve the beet spread as a dip with raw vegetables, a topping for toast, or as a flavorful addition to sandwiches or wraps. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2844.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1682.2

Total Fat 41.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5506.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 301.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 80.6g	0%
Total Sugars 213.9g
Protein 50.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 512.5mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 9456.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.8%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 67.9%