Coconut Free Turmeric-Ginger Hummus
Bright, earthy, and just a little bold, this hummus takes the classic dip somewhere genuinely exciting. Fresh ginger and ground turmeric bring a warm, aromatic depth that pairs beautifully with the nuttiness of tahini and a generous squeeze of lemon. The trick of briefly blooming the garlic and ginger in olive oil before blending makes a real difference — it softens the raw edge and coaxes out a richer, more rounded flavor. Streaming in ice water while the food processor runs is what gives the final texture that ultra-smooth, almost whipped consistency you'd expect from a great restaurant version. Every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, so there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden coconut derivatives that sometimes sneak into store-bought dips or flavored spreads. 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, raw vegetables, or honestly just a spoon — it disappears fast either way.
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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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