Gut Friendly Cilantro-Lime Chickpea Hummus with Veggie Dippers
Bright, zesty, and loaded with feel-good ingredients, this chickpea dip is the kind of snack that genuinely earns its place on a gut-friendly table. Chickpeas bring a solid dose of plant-based fiber, while tahini adds healthy fats and a nutty depth that makes the whole bowl taste indulgent without being heavy. Fresh lime juice and a generous handful of cilantro keep things lively, and a pinch of turmeric slips in its anti-inflammatory warmth without overpowering the flavor. The food processor does all the real work — a couple of minutes of blending and you've got a silky, swirl-worthy dip that holds its shape beautifully. Pairing it with carrots, cucumber spears, and bell pepper strips means you're stacking even more fiber and crunch into every bite, which is exactly what a gut-supportive snack should look like. A drizzle of good olive oil and a scatter of smoked paprika over the top make it look like something you'd order at a restaurant, not just throw together on a weeknight. Whether you're meal-prepping for the week or setting out an easy spread for guests, this one is hard to beat.
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4 servings
For the hummus
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained, liquid reserved
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 clove garlic, roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 2–4 tbsp reserved chickpea liquid or cold water, as needed
For the veggie dippers
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 medium persian cucumbers, sliced into spears
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
For serving
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- pinch of smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the chickpeas, tahini, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, cumin, turmeric, and salt to a food processor. Process for about 30 seconds, until the mixture is roughly combined and the chickpeas are broken down.
- 2
With the processor running, drizzle in the 3 tbsp olive oil through the feed tube. Continue processing for 1–2 minutes, scraping down the sides once, until the hummus is smooth and creamy. Add the reserved chickpea liquid or cold water 1 tbsp at a time, processing between additions, until the hummus reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency that holds a swirl.
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