This is a super simple, delicious recipe that is fast and easy. A hit at gatherings both for the taste and for the beautiful velvet purple color!

Ingredients:

1 medium beet, steamed or boiled, chopped into pieces
1 can chickpeas
Juice from 1/2 a lemon 
Spices: salt, pepper, pinch of cumin
Optional: fresh herbs such as dill or cilantro

Method:

Mix the steamed beet, chickpeas and lemon juice together in a blender. If the mixture doesn't blend try adding a bit of water or (optional) olive oil. Then add the spices and top with fresh herbs. Delicious served with crackers, raw vegetables, or even mixed with pasta or on top of rice! Enjoy! 

This is an easy, fast and delicious spread that is somewhat of a cross between hummus and guacamole. It serves well as a dip for chips or veggies, but also works as sandwich or pita filler.

Ingredients:

1 ripe avocado
1 can chickpeas
Juice from 1/3 to 1/2 a lemon
Herbs of choice - cilantro and basil work great!
Pinch of ground cumin
Salt to taste 
Few tablespoons of water

Simply combine all the ingredients in a blender, mixing together. Add a bit of water if necessary as you blend. If you'd like, feel free to add a spoonful of nutritional yeast to the mix as well. Enjoy!