Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas in water
• 1-2 tbsp chickpea water from the can
• 1 tbsp tahini
• 1 medium beetroot, cooked
• 1 clove garlic, sliced
• Knob of butter
• Juice of quarter lemon
• Pinch sea salt

Method

1. Melt the butter in a small frying pan
2. Cook the garlic slices for 1-2 minutes
3. Put the butter, garlic, chickpeas, tahini, and beetroot in a blender and whizz up till smooth
4. Season with lemon juice and a generous pinch of sea salt
5. Add 1-2 tablespoons of the water from the can of chickpeas to loosen up the mixture to the consistency you prefer

Top tips:

If you prefer a stronger flavour, add an extra half tablespoon of tahini and a second clove of garlic.

If you have smoked sea salt, that would be a delicious alternative.