Chestnut Free Turmeric-Ginger White Bean Dip with Veggie Dippers
This golden, creamy dip is the kind of thing that disappears fast at any gathering — vibrant in color from the turmeric and genuinely warming from the fresh ginger and cumin. Blended cannellini beans give it a silky, hummus-like body that clings beautifully to every carrot stick and bell pepper slice. A hit of lemon juice and garlic keeps the flavor bright and lively, so it never tastes heavy despite how satisfying it is. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, dips and spreads can be a minefield — many store-bought options are processed on shared lines or contain unexpected additions. This one is built entirely from pantry staples and fresh produce, so you know exactly what's going in the bowl. The rainbow of veggie dippers — crisp cucumber, sweet red pepper, celery, and carrot — makes the whole platter look stunning with zero extra effort. Swirl it, drizzle it with olive oil, and watch it become the first thing to go.
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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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