Nutmeg Free Crudités with Hummus
Fresh, colorful, and genuinely satisfying, this platter is the kind of snack or starter that disappears fast at any gathering. The hummus is made entirely from scratch in a food processor, so you know exactly what's going in — chickpeas, tahini, garlic-infused oil, lemon juice, cumin, and a pinch of smoked paprika for that gorgeous finishing touch. The trick of streaming in ice water while the processor runs is what gives the dip that ultra-smooth, creamy texture that store-bought versions rarely match. Surrounding it with crisp carrots, celery, bell pepper, cucumber, and radishes means every bite has a satisfying crunch and a pop of natural sweetness or peppery bite. Warm spices like cumin and smoked paprika do all the heavy lifting here, so there's no need for anything else to build deep, complex flavor. It's naturally free of the warming spices that can sneak into blended dips and spice mixes, making it a clean, crowd-pleasing choice you can serve with total confidence.
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6 servings
For the hummus
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused oil, plus more for drizzling
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- 2–3 tbsp ice water
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
For the crudités
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 medium stalks celery, cut into sticks
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced into rounds or spears
- 6 radishes, trimmed and halved
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the drained chickpeas, tahini, garlic-infused oil, lemon juice, cumin, and salt to a food processor. Process for about 1 minute, until the mixture is roughly combined and paste-like.
- 2
With the processor running, drizzle in the ice water one tablespoon at a time, processing for 2–3 minutes total, until the hummus is very smooth and creamy and holds a soft peak when a spoon is lifted through it. Scrape down the sides as needed.
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