Almond Free Turmeric-Ginger Hummus
Bright, warming, and deeply savory, this hummus takes the classic dip somewhere genuinely exciting with the addition of fresh ginger and ground turmeric. Blooming the garlic and ginger together in olive oil before blending is the move that sets this recipe apart — it mellows the sharpness and builds a fragrant, rounded base that runs through every bite. The ice water trick during processing is what delivers that ultra-smooth, almost silky texture you usually only get at a restaurant. Tahini, lemon juice, and cumin round everything out so the flavors feel layered rather than one-note. Store-bought hummus can be a minefield of unexpected add-ins, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, making this a stress-free choice for anyone navigating nut allergies. A drizzle of good olive oil and a dusting of smoked paprika on top make it look as impressive as it tastes. Serve it with warm pita, fresh vegetables, or honestly just a spoon — no judgment.
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6 servings
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup tahini
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 3–4 tbsp ice water
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small skillet over medium-low heat, warm 1 tbsp of the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and just softened, about 1–2 minutes. Watch closely — garlic can brown quickly. Remove from heat and let cool for 2 minutes.
- 2
Add the drained chickpeas, tahini, remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, salt, and the cooled garlic-ginger mixture to a food processor. Process for 1 minute until the mixture is roughly combined.
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