Artificial Food Coloring Free Turmeric-Ginger Hummus
Bright, golden, and packed with bold flavor, this hummus is the kind of dip that makes a simple snack feel like something special. The combination of fresh ginger and ground turmeric gives it a warm, earthy depth that store-bought versions rarely come close to — and you know exactly what's in every bite. That matters more than it sounds, because conventional dips and spreads are surprisingly common hiding spots for synthetic dyes and artificial colorings that have no business being in your food. Here, the gorgeous golden hue comes entirely from turmeric, a real ingredient with real flavor, not a lab. Blooming the garlic and ginger in olive oil before blending is a small step that pays off big, rounding out the spices and adding a savory base that makes the whole thing taste more complex than the effort involved. Streaming in ice water while the food processor runs is the secret to that ultra-smooth, almost silky texture you want on a good hummus. Serve it with a drizzle of olive oil and a scatter of fresh parsley, and it looks as impressive as it tastes.
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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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