Low Sugar Turmeric-Ginger White Bean Dip with Veggie Dippers
This creamy, golden dip is the kind of thing that disappears fast at any gathering — vibrant from turmeric, warm from fresh ginger, and brightened with a squeeze of lemon. Cannellini beans blended with olive oil and garlic create a silky, satisfying base that feels indulgent without relying on anything processed or sweetened. Every single ingredient here is whole and straightforward, so you never have to second-guess a label or wonder what's hiding in the mix. The rainbow of crisp veggie dippers — carrots, celery, cucumber, and red bell pepper — makes this a genuinely complete snack that's as pretty on a board as it is good to eat. A drizzle of olive oil and a swirl on the surface give it that effortless, shareable look that makes people think you spent way more time than you did. It's the kind of recipe that proves skipping added sweeteners doesn't mean skipping flavor — the spices do all the heavy lifting here.
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4 servings
For the dip
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 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
- 2–3 tbsp water, as needed to thin
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
For the veggie dippers
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 stalks celery, cut into sticks
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced into rounds or spears
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the drained white beans, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, grated ginger, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, and salt to a food processor. Process for about 1 minute, until the mixture begins to look smooth.
- 2
With the processor running, add water 1 tablespoon at a time until the dip is smooth and creamy, with a consistency that holds its shape on a spoon but spreads easily. Scrape down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice.
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