Seed Oil Free Cilantro-Lime Chickpea Hummus with Veggie Dippers
Bright, herby, and genuinely creamy, this chickpea dip gets its richness from tahini and extra-virgin olive oil — no canola, no sunflower, no mystery vegetable blends anywhere in sight. That matters more than it sounds, because most store-bought hummus leans heavily on refined seed oils to hit a smooth texture on the cheap. Here, the creaminess comes from patient blending, a splash of reserved chickpea liquid, and good olive oil doing exactly what it was meant to do. Fresh lime juice and a generous handful of cilantro give the whole thing a punchy, almost citrusy lift that makes it taste nothing like the tub you'd grab at the grocery store. The rainbow of carrot sticks, cucumber spears, and red bell pepper strips alongside keeps the whole spread clean and colorful without any extra effort. A drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of smoked paprika, and a little extra cilantro on top turn a simple bowl into something that looks genuinely impressive on a table. Whether you're snacking solo or setting it out for a crowd, this is the kind of recipe that quietly converts people into hummus believers.
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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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