Cinnamon Free Turmeric-Ginger Chickpea Hummus with Veggie Dippers
Bright, earthy, and genuinely craveable, this chickpea dip gets its warmth from fresh ginger and ground turmeric rather than the spice blends that so often sneak unwanted ingredients onto your plate. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to cinnamon, hummus from a store or restaurant can be a gamble — spice mixes and pre-blended seasonings are notorious for hiding it. Here, every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, so you know exactly what you're eating. The trick to getting that ultra-smooth, creamy texture is processing the chickpeas long enough while drizzling in ice water — it's a small step that makes a huge difference. Cumin and black pepper round out the flavor alongside the turmeric and ginger, giving the dip real depth without relying on any complex spice blends. A swirl of good olive oil and a dusting of smoked paprika on top make it look as impressive as it tastes. Served alongside crisp carrots, cucumber spears, bell pepper, and broccoli, this is the kind of snack or appetizer that disappears fast.
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6 servings
For the hummus
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ⅓ cup tahini
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 3–4 tbsp ice water
For serving
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika, for garnish
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 medium persian cucumbers, sliced into spears
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the garlic and grated ginger to the bowl of a food processor and pulse 8–10 times until finely minced.
- 2
Add the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, and salt. Process for about 1 minute, until the mixture is roughly combined but still grainy.
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