Creamy, dreamy and super dip-able this Beet Cashew Dip is made with only 6 ingredients. It’s delicious with chips or veggie sticks!
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.
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!
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.
Other Easy Dip Recipes you May Enjoy
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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Beet Cashew Dip
Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked beets (about 3 to 4 small beets. See Note 1 below.)
- 1 cup unsalted cashews , soaked in water overnight, drained
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds , soaked in water overnight, drained
- 2.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (use the best quality you have)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil , divided
Instructions
- Place cooked beets in a food processor and blend 1 minute or so until smooth.Note: This beet dip has a looser consistency (though, it will firm up a little in the fridge). If you want a denser consistency, use less beets, about 1/2 to 3/4 of a pound instead of a full pound. It's easier to start with less and add more later, if you want things looser.
- Add cashews, sunflower seeds, balsamic vinegar and salt. Mix for about 5 minutes until combined (stop to scrape sides, if necessary).
- Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and mix 1 minute.
- Pour into serving dish and garnish with remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Enjoy with your favourite chips or veggies sticks! Makes 8 to 10 servings.
Notes
- This beet dip has a looser consistency (though, it will firm up a little in the fridge). If you want a denser consistency, use less beets, about 1/2 to 3/4 of a pound instead of a full pound.
- 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.
- The number of beets you use will vary depending on their size. You want about 1 pound 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.
