For International Hummus Day, I bring you a colorful treat for anytime… from Spring to Christmas! Originally planned as a sort of brunch toast, I have served my Super Simple Beet Hummus Avocado Toasts as tapas with superb response!
Super Simple Beet Hummus Avocado Toast
This makes a great vegetarian breakfast or lunch entrée. Or cut your toast in quarters and enjoy a colorful tapas treat.
4 oz zesty lemon hummus (or plain or other preferred flavor)
4 oz canned, cooked beets, coarsely cut up
Salt & pepper
4-6 slices whole-grain, nutty bread
1-2 ripe avocados, pits removed; pulp sliced & spritzed with lime juice
½ c seeds, such as pepita, sunflower, and sesame (or all 3)
Combine hummus, beets, lemon zest & juice. Process with an immersion blender till smooth. Season with salt & pepper to suit your taste. Place bread on 6 small serving plates. Spread each with a thick layer of beetroot hummus. Arrange avocado slices atop the hummus. Sprinkle with seeds. Serve. Makes 4-6 slices.
KISS Tips: For non-vegetarians, layer in some succulent, cooked bacon bits between the hummus and the avocado. This is so colorful; it also makes a splendid Christmas recipe.
