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 lb cooked beets -about 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 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.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 - 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 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! Makes 8-10 servings.
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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 - 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. 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.
Does this recipe work oil free?
Hi Sarah – absolutely! The oil adds a little richness to the dip, but you could totally omit if you prefer 🙂
That colour is just fabulous! Such a tasty and pretty dip for holiday entertaining 🙂
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!
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!
You’re so sweet! Thanks Shashi! XOXO
This looks so beautifully delicious and the big selling point for me are the cashews, Dawn!! 🙂
Thank you Mike! It’s a tasty one 🙂 Hope you get a chance to try it out soon!
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!
Lol!! I had to go there 😉 Thanks Ben!
Now this is the kind of dip I need for the holidays Dawn! Nice and healthy to balance all those cookies I’ve been enjoying! Pinned!
Yay! I hear ya! Thanks Mary Ann 🙂
This is just the prettiest dip I’ve ever seen! I LOVE beets but totally agree that they’re ridiculously messy to work with. Buying pre-cooked is the perfect solution! Have a great weekend, Dawn!
Awwww – thank you Kelsie 🙂 Hope you have a wonderful week!
A beautiful dip for the holidays! I would happily saddle up to the table if this were part of the appetizer spread! And because it’s healthy – all the more fun!! Have a lovely weekend, my friend! XOXO
For sure! Thanks Annie! XOXO
Such a fun dip Dawn! The store bought ones can certainly be expensive! Looking forward to trying this recipe soon.
Totally! Thank you Tanya! Enjoy 🙂
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!
Woo hoo! Thank you Leanne! Hope you enjoy this one as much as we do 🙂
Girl, I love this! Love the colour, love the wholesome ingredients, love, love love! You can bet I’ll be trying this as soon as I get my hands on some beets!!Can you believe Christmas is only 13 days away!? XO
Yay! I can’t believe how fast fall is going by! Let me know if you give this one a go, Katherine 🙂 Thanks so much!
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:)
Yay! I think feta on top would work lovely! Such a great combo! Hope you love it, Milena 🙂
Great idea to make this at home yourself and so simple! Perfect healthy dip for the holidays!
For sure 🙂 Thanks Kevin!
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!
Right?! I hear ya, Haylie – I’m alllll about the food too 😉
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!