Anti Inflammatory Pomegranate-Mint Avocado Hummus with Veggie Dippers
This vibrant dip brings together creamy avocado, chickpeas, and tahini into something that feels genuinely special — the kind of thing you'd expect at a restaurant, not a Tuesday night snack spread. A touch of ground turmeric and cumin give it warm, earthy depth, while fresh mint and a swirl of pomegranate molasses add brightness that makes every bite feel alive. Those ingredients aren't just there for flavor — turmeric, extra virgin olive oil, and pomegranate are all well-regarded for their anti-inflammatory properties, so this dip is genuinely working for you. The food processor does most of the heavy lifting, and the whole thing comes together in just a few minutes of blending. Scattered pomegranate arils and a drizzle of olive oil on top make it look stunning on the table, which is always a bonus when you're serving four. Cucumber rounds, carrot sticks, and red bell pepper slices keep the whole spread clean and colorful — no processed crackers needed. It's the rare appetizer that's as good for you as it looks.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
For the hummus
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, roughly chopped
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 2–3 tbsp ice water
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses
For serving
- ¼ cup pomegranate arils
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced into rounds
- 2 medium carrots, cut into sticks
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
- extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the chickpeas, avocado, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, turmeric, and salt to a food processor. Process for about 30 seconds, until the mixture is roughly combined.
- 2
With the processor running, stream in 2 tablespoons of ice water. Continue processing for 2–3 minutes, scraping down the sides once halfway through, until the hummus is very smooth and creamy. Add the remaining tablespoon of ice water if needed to reach a thick but spreadable consistency.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!