Cinnamon Free Turmeric-Ginger White Bean Dip with Veggie Dippers
This creamy, golden dip is the kind of thing that disappears fast at a party — or quietly gets eaten straight from the bowl before guests even arrive. Blended white beans form a silky, protein-rich base that takes on the warmth of turmeric and the bright bite of fresh ginger beautifully. A squeeze of lemon and a hit of cumin round everything out, giving you layers of flavor that feel far more complex than the effort involved. For anyone navigating a spice sensitivity, this recipe is a genuinely satisfying find — bold and aromatic without leaning on the one ingredient that so often sneaks into spice blends and flavored dips. Every component here is straightforward and easy to verify, so there's no guesswork about what's in it. The rainbow of fresh veggie dippers — crisp carrots, celery, cucumber, and sweet red bell pepper — makes the whole platter as pretty as it is practical. A drizzle of good olive oil and a scatter of fresh parsley on top, and you've got something that looks like it came from a restaurant spread.
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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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