Party Food: Beany Beetroot Dip

Training: Body Pump

Holy moly - today was a busy one. Lucky I went to the gym before work (Body Pump) as the rest of my day was "go go go" pretty much from the time I got up until bed time.

Although, I must admit, when things are hectic the super-organiser in me appears. So my day might have been busy, but it was certainly productive.

Part of the reason today was so fill was that after work I hit the shops to buy the necessary ingredients for the party this weekend. And, rather unsurprisingly, the ingredients to cater for 110+ people are quite the fridge …

(The crispers are also jammed packed full)

And bench fillers!

Yes those are (shamefully) packet cake mixes. But all will be revealed over the coming days ;)

While making the party salads were not on the cards tonight, the appetisers certainly were. After all, one of the keys to stress-free parties is making what you can in advance.

So, dip I did.

While I would normally spend time roasting fresh beetroot, given I was short on time (and wasn’t really in the mood for a hand-staining) I opted for tinned baby beets instead. Or, as I like to call them...convenience in a can.

Into the food processor went beans and spices.

Beetroot and lemon juice.

Yoghurt and fresh dill.

Processed until combined.

With a little texture remaining.

I really love how vibrant this dip is!

The flavour was sweet from the beetroot, yet there was also a lingering tartness from the yoghurt.

And a creamy texture owing to the beans.

Seriously, why buy store bought when homemade is this fuss-free!?

I transferred the prepared dip into an air tight container – and will keep it in the fridge until Saturday’s party.

It doesn’t get any simpler than that ;)

Beany Beetroot Dip

This vibrant dip is easy to make, and delicious to eat, and would make a welcomed addition to any party. Serve it with crackers or vegetable sticks , or even use it as a sandwich filler!

• 1 can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 can baby beets (drained and rinsed)
• 1 tbs ground cumin
• 1/2 tbs ground cinnamon
• 1 tbs lemon juice
• 2 tbs dill, chopped
• 1/2 cup yoghurt

1. Process all ingredients in a food processor until combined and you have reached your desired consistency.

What about you? What is your favourite dip?

Happy Baking :)