Walnut Free Turmeric-Ginger White Bean Dip with Veggie Dippers
This vibrant, golden dip is the kind of thing that disappears fast at a gathering — creamy white beans blended with bright lemon, fresh ginger, and earthy turmeric into something that tastes far more complex than the effort involved. The cumin and black pepper add just enough warmth to keep every bite interesting, while a drizzle of good olive oil over the top makes it look genuinely beautiful on a board. Many store-bought dips and spreads sneak in nut-based oils or are processed on shared equipment, so blending your own from scratch is the cleanest, most satisfying solution. Everything here is straightforward pantry and produce — no hidden surprises, no label anxiety. The rainbow of veggie dippers (carrots, celery, cucumber, and red bell pepper) gives you crunch and color without any fuss, and the whole platter comes together in minutes. It works just as well as a weeknight snack as it does as a showstopper appetizer when company comes over.
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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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