Who says edible snacks can’t be good for you and taste good, too? This easy-to-make, vegan, and gluten-free cannabis-infused beet hummus recipe comes together in just 10-minutes with a can of beans and a can of beets. This recipe comes complete with many different infusion options, including my Bliss MCT oil.

Pink Gremolata Hummus by Emily Kyle Nutrition

Article Features

  • A simple, easy-to-make hummus recipe
  • Ways to customize your hummus to your preferences
  • Want to make it easy? Start with my Bliss MCT oil for perfect dosing, and have it delivered directly to your doorstep!
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Why You Will Love This Recipe

Every day I get asked for more healthy cannabis recipes from my Well With Cannabis Community.

While it’s common to think of cannabis edibles as traditional sweets like brownies and cookies, the reality is that any recipe can be cannabis-infused.

And any cannabis-infused recipe can be a healthy cannabis recipe if desired.

Whether you’re following a plant-based diet or are perhaps looking to manage the munchies, this delicious, healthy recipe is perfect for all cannabis consumers.

In this post, I will cover the different variations for making delicious homemade hummus at home and how you can infuse cannabis into this dish.

What You’ll Need

All of the ingredients needed to make a cannabis-infused beet hummus.
  • 3 whole garlic cloves – or 1 Tablespoon of minced garlic
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley – stems removed, packed tightly, or use fresh cannabis fan leaves if you have them!
  • ¼ cup Bliss MCT oil – Each 1mL of Bliss MCT Oil contains 2.5mg of THC and 2.5mg of CBD. A ¼ cup contains approximately 59mL. If you use the full amount, this recipe will contain approximately 148mg of THC in total. Divide this by how many servings you make. For example, if you make 12 total servings, each serving will contain 12.25mg of THC. You can add as many mL as desired to achieve your perfect dose. 
  • ¼ cup of lemon juice – fresh squeezed if possible, but bottled will work just fine
  • 14 ounce can of garbanzo beans – also known as chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 8 ounce can of cooked beets – canned and cooked is perfect, just don’t get pickled unless you want the tang
  • ¼ cup tahini butter – the secret ingredient for any hummus recipe
  • Salt and pepper – to taste, use cannabis salt if desired

Note: a complete list of ingredients with amounts and printable instructions is located in the recipe card below.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pink Gremolata Hummus by Emily Kyle Nutrition
  1. Add the garlic, parsley, Bliss oil and lemon juice to the food processor and pulse until roughly chopped.
  2. If desired, reserve a spoonful of this garlic mixture to be used as garnish.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients to the food processor and blend on high for several minutes until everything is completely smooth.
  4. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the reserved garlic mixture.
  5. Enjoy this hummus with fresh veggies or your choice of crackers.

Storage Instructions

This hummus can be prepped ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

Alternate Infusion Options

As I always teach my Well With Cannabis CommunityWell With Cannabis Community, there is always more than one way to infuse a recipe.

This recipe is no exception; I have many ways to infuse this hummus.

I will start with my favorite way, cannabis-infused olive oil, and then talk about alternative options, including raw cannabis leaves, decarbed cannabis flower or kief, and even cannabis concentrates.

Cannabis-Infused Olive Oil

One of the easiest ways to infuse cannabis hummus is cannabis-infused olive oil.

Once you have a cannabis-infused olive oil prepared, you can use it anywhere, in any recipe, including this one.

If you’ve never made it before, you can easily use this cannabis olive oil recipe to make your own at home.

While I think EVOO works best in this recipe, there are many different types of cannabis-infused oils you can also use here, including:

Raw Cannabis Leaves

If you have access to fresh cannabis leaves, you can use them to make the gremolata part of this recipe.

Fan leaves would work best here, and these should be washed well, with any long stems trimmed off, before adding to the food processor.

Remember that cannabis fan leaves do not contain very high amounts of active cannabinoids and are typically not intoxicating.

However, they contain some cannabinoid acids, like THCA and CBDA.

Cannabis leaves also contain many nutrients and other amazing compounds in their fresh state, like CBDA, THCA, and terpenes

To add them to this recipe, add 1/4 cup of raw cannabis leaves and 1/4 of fresh parsley.

Decarbed Cannabis Flower 

Using decarbed cannabis flowers is no different than using any other ground spice or herb in this recipe.

To experience the benefits of activated THC or CBD, the cannabis must first undergo decarboxylation

Without decarboxylation, you will not experience the full range of activated cannabinoids such as THC or CBD.

You can use the oven in your kitchen to provide the heat needed to decarb the cannabis.

If you’ve never gone through the process before, have no fear, decarbing is simple.

Bake the dried cannabis in the oven at 240° F for 40 minutes for a THC-dominant flower and 240° F for 90 minutes for a CBD-dominant flower.

If you have never decarbed before, you can get started with my beginner’s guide to cannabis decarboxylation here.

After this process, you can add this decarbed flower to any recipe, such as my favorite cannabis ranch or cannabis taco seasoning.

Because each person has a different endocannabinoid system and responds to cannabis differently, it is important to add an appropriate amount for your tolerance.

If you want to infuse the recipe with decarbed cannabis flower, I recommend using 1 teaspoon of ground, decarbed cannabis flower, and adjusting as needed to suit your individual needs.

Decarbed Kief

Kief is a fine, powdery substance that accumulates at the bottom of a grinder or other cannabis container.

Kief typically contains the highest concentration of resinous glands, or trichomes, that contain the cannabinoids like CBD, THC, CBG, etc.

This means that kief can be much more potent than flower or trim.

Because of this, you may be able to use less of it in this recipe, or more, depending on the effect you’re looking for.

Remember that you still need to decarb the kief just as you would traditional flower to enjoy the benefits of CBD, THC, CBG, etc.

If you’ve never worked with kief before, you can get my full guide to decarbing and making edibles with kief here.

If you want to infuse the recipe with decarbed cannabis kief, I recommend using 1 gram or less of decarbed cannabis kief and adjusting as needed to suit your individual needs.

Leftover Cannabis Pulp

Leftover cannabis pulp is the leftover cannabis flower material that remains after the straining process when making cannabutter, cannabis coconut oil, cannabis olive oil, or any other oil infusion.

Many people throw out these cooked leaves after extraction, but I recommend saving them, especially for a full-spectrum experience.

The leftover leaves are not that potent after the infusion process has taken place, but they contain beneficial nutrients and even a few remaining cannabinoids.

Plus, the terpenes in the cannabis pair well with the terpenes found in the other herbs and spices used in this recipe.

As long as you enjoy the taste, it’s great to reuse and recycle cannabis plant byproducts wherever possible.

If you haven’t already, I recommend grinding down the leftover pulp to a more fine consistency so it blends into this recipe nicely.

How Much Pulp To Use?

If you’re brand new to cannabis edibles, it’s important to note that it can be difficult to estimate your final product potency.

It is even more difficult to estimate the potency of leftover pulp because most of the cannabinoids will have already been extracted during the cooking process.

Ultimately, the potency of your leftover weed material will depend on two things, the potency of your starting material (i.e., buds, flowers, or trim, regular vs. CBD flower) and the cooking process you have already used.

I recommend adding just 2 teaspoons of leftover flower pulp to the other ingredients of this recipe and going from there. 

This will also give you time to experiment with the potency and taste, as the spent cannabis flower can have a powerful taste for some individuals.

Cannabis Concentrates

One of the easiest ways to make infused foods is with cannabis concentrates

These are the most convenient, easy-to-use, pre-prepared concentrated products for cannabis infusions.

Because they are concentrated, you only need to add a tiny bit to each recipe to get the experience you are looking for. 

Because you only need to add a tiny bit, cannabis concentrates will not disrupt your food’s volume, texture, or flavor.

For this reason, cannabis concentrates are the perfect way to infuse this cannabis hummus. 

Distillate Concentrates

While THC-dominant cannabis concentrates must be purchased at a recreational or medical dispensary in a legal state, CBD-dominant cannabis concentrates can be purchased from my shop here. 

Full Extract Cannabis Oil (FECO)

Full-extract cannabis oil, also known as FECO, is a concentrated, whole-plant, full-spectrum cannabis extract.

This means that all of the important plant compounds, from cannabinoids to terpenes and other plant materials, are present in the extract.

FECO is a powerful concentrated cannabis extract that interacts with our own endocannabinoid system.

Because of its potency, a few drops may be all you need for a perfectly dosed hummus. 

Simply stir in your FECO during step 3.

If you are interested in making your own FECO, check out my post detailing how to make full-extract cannabis oil here.  

Pink Gremolata Hummus by Emily Kyle Nutrition

Customize Your Hummus

Making hummus at home is easier than you think; you only need a good food processor and a great recipe, and you are 10-minutes away from deliciousness.

Plus, we all know veggies taste better when you have a pretty dip to pair them with.

Easily made with a can of beans, hummus is 100% plant-based, gluten-free, packed with complex carbs and protein, with no artificial colors or ingredients.

One of the great things about making hummus at home is that you can use just about any type of bean that you have on hand.

I used traditional garbanzo beans in this recipe, but you could use white cannellini, navy beans, or even pinto beans.

What I love most about this recipe is the versatility of the dish.

You can easily mix and match your flavors and ingredients based on your preferences.

Once made, you can enjoy this as a dip paired with your favorite veggie or whole-grain crackers.

It makes the perfect spread on any sandwich or wraps as an alternative to mayo or dressing.

Cannabis Gremolata Beet Hummus

Cannabis-Infused Beet Hummus

5 from 7 votes
Learn how to make your very own cannabis-infused beet hummus with vibrant lemon and garlic flavors. This easy-to-make, naturally vegan, and gluten-free hummus recipe comes together in just 10-minutes with a can of beans and a can of beets.
Prep: 10 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients  

  • 3 whole garlic cloves
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley packed
  • ¼ cup Bliss MCT oil
  • ¼ cup lemon juice fresh-squeezed
  • 14 ounce can of garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
  • 8 ounce can of cooked beets drained
  • ¼ cup tahini butter
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Add the garlic, parsley, Bliss oil and lemon juice to the food processor and pulse until roughly chopped.
  • If desired, reserve a spoonful of this garlic mixture to be used as garnish.
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the food processor and blend on high for several minutes until everything is completely smooth.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the reserved garlic mixture.
  • Enjoy this hummus with fresh veggies or your choice of crackers.

Notes

Dosing Instructions:
Each 1mL of Bliss MCT Oil contains 2.5mg of THC and 2.5mg of CBD. A ¼ cup contains approximately 59mL. If you use the full amount, this recipe will contain approximately 148mg of THC in total. Divide this by how many servings you make. For example, if you make 12 total servings, each serving will contain 12.25mg of THC. You can add as many mL as desired to achieve your perfect dose. 

Nutrition

Serving: 2ounces, Calories: 135kcal, Carbohydrates: 14g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 103mg, Potassium: 161mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 127IU, Vitamin C: 5mg, Calcium: 28mg, Iron: 1mg

Additional Info

Course: Sides & Snacks
Cuisine: Cannabis Recipe
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Frequently Asked Questions

DO I need a medical card to purchase your oil?

No, you do not need a medical marijuana card to shop with me! You can purchase my Bliss MCT Oil and have it delivered safely to your door.

Does the Bliss Oil have a strong taste?

No, it does not! It is one of our most mild-tasting products with only traces of a cannabis flavor.

How do I dose the Bliss Oil?

Each 1mL of Bliss MCT Oil contains 2.5mg of THC and 2.5mg of CBD. You can add as many mL as desired to achieve your perfect dose. 

What If I Don’t Like Beets?

I don’t particularly like the taste of beets by themselves, but I cannot help but be attracted to the stunning pink color they bring to every dish. Luckily, the flavor of the beets here is very mild when paired with the gremolata’s delicious garlic and lemon flavor. If you prefer to skip the beets, go ahead and swap them out for an extra can (14 ounces) of drained, rinsed chickpeas.

What Is Gremolata?

Gremolata is a traditional Italian herb condiment that combines parsley, lemon zest, and fresh garlic with olive oil. This dish’s fresh and tasty flavor is due to the gremolata flavor profile and really makes this hummus pop.

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About Emily

Hi, I’m Emily Kyle and I teach people just like you how to use cannabis to find joy, enhance productivity, improve relationships, and naturally support your overall health and wellness.

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  1. 5 stars
    I make this repeatedly for my husband. I double the recipe and leave out the beets. A spoonful does him well. We freeze in smaller containers. Works better in a food processor than a blender for me as it gets very thick. I have also added more oil (+1.5 amount) just to make it more potent and it did not adversely effect recipe. It is thick!!! I make my own canna oil with mct oil. It is cost effective and very healthy! I’m so glad to make savory edibles as I don’t eat sugar. It’s delicious!

  2. Hi Elle. Thank you for sharing your experience and tips! It’s great to hear how you’ve adapted the recipe to suit your needs and preferences, especially by doubling the quantity and omitting the beets. It’s wonderful that you’re creating savory edibles that align with your dietary choices. We’re thrilled to hear you find it delicious! Keep enjoying and experimenting!