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Beet Cashew Dip {made with only 6 ingredients}

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Creamy, dreamy and super dip-able this Beet Cashew Dip is made with only 6 ingredients. It’s delicious with chips or veggie sticks!

An overhead shot of beet cashew dip alongside some vegetables.

Beet Cashew Dip

This beetroot dip is inspired by my latest favourite store-bought dip. I picked up the store-bought version a couple months ago at a health food store and have been obsessed with it ever since.  The stuff ain’t cheap though.  Like, it’s $10 for a small tub!  That’s a lot.  So, what did I do?  Made my own!  Not only is it satisfying making your own, but it’s also less expensive and you yield SO much!!

I used pre-cooked beets for this beetroot dip (like I did for my fall farro salad).  What I love about those pre-cooked ones is that (for obvious reasons), it saves a TON of time.  Plus, my kitchen doesn’t end up looking like a scene from Dexter.  No joke, you guys, I have a white counter and, honest to goodness, no matter what I’m making I always end up with it all over myself and the kitchen.

Ingredients for beet cashew dip.

How to Make Beetroot Dip

  • Place cooked beets in a food processor.
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Add cashews, sunflower seeds, salt and balsamic vinegar. Blend Again.
  • Add oil and blend again.
  • Enjoy!

A photo collage of how to make beet dip.

Tips for Making Beet Cashew Dip

  • Pre-cooked beets help this dip come together in less than 10 minutes.  If you are cooking the beets on your own, plan for an extra bit of time.  The prep/cooking listing in this recipe assumes you are using cooked beets. For beet cooking time, check out this post.
  • The number of beets you use will vary depending on their size. You want about 1 lb in total.  Use your grocery store’s scale if you don’t have one at home.
  • This beet cashew dip yields quite a bit.  It didn’t last long in our home, but feel free to half the recipe if you like.
  • Don’t forget to soak those cashews and sunflower seeds in water overnight. They help thicken and make this beetroot dip nice-n-creamy. Oh – and drain ’em before you use in this dip.

Dipping a carrot stick in beet cashew dip.

Other Easy Dip Recipes you May Enjoy

Close up overhead shot of beet cashew dip garnished with olive oil.

I’ve enjoyed this beetroot dip with veggie sticks and chips alike.  You do what makes your belly do a lil’ happy dance 😉

Until next time take care and chit chat again soon!

~Dawn

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An overhead shot of a bowl of beet cashew dip alongside some veggie sticks.
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5 from 14 votes

Beet Cashew Dip

Creamy, dreamy and super dip-able this Beet Cashew Dip is made with only 6 ingredients. It's delicious with chips or veggie sticks!
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Canadian
Keyword beet dip, beetroot dip
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 188kcal
Author Dawn Coombs

Ingredients

  • 1 lb cooked beets -about 4 small beets
  • 1 cup unsalted cashews -soaked in water overnight, drained
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds -soaked in water overnight, drained
  • 2.5 tbsp balsamic vinegar -use the best quality you have
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp olive oil -divided

Instructions

  • Place cooked beets in a food processor and blend 1 minute or so until smooth.
  • Add cashews, sunflower seeds, balsamic vinegar and salt. Mix for about 5 minutes until combined (stop to scrape sides, if necessary).
  • Add 2 tbsp olive oil and mix 1 minute.
  • Pour into serving dish and garnish with remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil.  Enjoy with your favourite chips or veggies sticks!

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Notes

  • Pre-cooked beets help this dip come together in less than 10 minutes.  If you are cooking the beets on your own, plan for an extra bit of time.  The prep/cooking listing in this recipe assumes you are using cooked beets. For beet cooking time, check out this post.
  • The number of beets you use will vary depending on their size. You want about 1 lb in total.  Use your grocery store's scale if you don't have one at home.
  • This beet cashew dip yields quite a bit.  It didn't last long in our home, but feel free to half the recipe if you like.
  • Don't forget to soak those cashews and sunflower seeds in water overnight. They help thicken and make this beetroot dip nice-n-creamy. Oh - and drain 'em before you use in this dip.
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Nutrition

Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 338mg | Potassium: 323mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 0.4% | Vitamin C: 3.4% | Calcium: 2% | Iron: 10.1%

An overhead shot of beet cashew dip alongside some vegetables.

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  2. Marissa

    December 14, 2018 at 8:53 pm


    Loving this flavor combination, Dawn! And I love that it’s both delicious and nutritious (to even out all of the cookies I’ve been eating lately!) And it’s such a festive color for the holidays!

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  3. SHASHI AT SAVORYSPIN

    December 14, 2018 at 11:51 am


    I adore you for making this dip! I adore beets – and usually make a bean and beet dip – this however, with cashews sounds wonderful, so thick and creamy! And not only way more economical than that $10 dip but a lot healthier too!

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  5. Ben|Havocinthekitchen

    December 13, 2018 at 8:15 pm


    Dexter…you seriously cracked me up! But I do understand what you mean. I adore beets, but my personal issue is my hands once I’ve peeled them – I bet they often look like Dexter’s hands (And even gloves don’t always help) when he’s finished his own business 🙂 Anyway, as a huge fan of beets, I’ll say YES to this delicious dip!

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  10. Leanne | Crumb Top Baking

    December 12, 2018 at 8:25 pm


    You know I need to try this one Dawn! Love creamy, dairy-free dips! I make cashew dip on the regular, and adding beets is just genius. Love the colour and the texture in these photos! And, as a side note, I can totally relate to the state of your counter tops after cooking with beets! The pre-cooked ones are definitely a good suggestion. Hope you’re having a great week!

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  12. Milena

    December 12, 2018 at 4:24 pm


    This dip speaks to me! Just got beets yesterday and have the other ingredients on hand so off to soak some cashews and sunflower seeds:) Thank you! Very timely:) PS. Thinking a few feta crumbles on top might agree with it? Since I put feta on everything:)

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  14. Haylie Abele

    December 12, 2018 at 12:58 pm


    So on board with making it on your own versus paying an arm and a leg for the store-bought version! LOL! Loving the color and texture of this dip, Dawn! It would go perfect on game days…you know, when I’m stuffing my face instead of actually watching any football!

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  15. David @ Spiced

    December 12, 2018 at 9:31 am


    Umph. $10 a tub would indeed get expensive…especially since I would be polishing this off in record speed! The flavor here sounds amazing, Dawn. Also, I totally know what you mean with making a mess in the kitchen. I feel like I spend half my day just cleaning up behind myself. Haha!

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