Smoky Turmeric Hummus with Paprika

Servings: 50

A velvety, bright hummus perfumed with smoked paprika and golden turmeric—earthy, smoky, and gently warm. Great as a dip, sandwich spread, or dolloped onto bowls.

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained, rinsed (reserve 2–4 tbsp aquafaba if needed)
• 3 tbsp tahini
• 2–3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon), to taste
• 1 small garlic clove (or 1/2 large), minced
• 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 tsp smoked paprika, plus extra for garnish
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin (optional)
• 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
• 2–3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
• 2–4 tbsp water or reserved aquafaba to reach desired consistency
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Pinch of cayenne or a few flakes of chili (optional, for heat)
• 1–2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a food processor, combine tahini, lemon juice and garlic. Process 20–30 seconds until smooth and slightly whipped.
2. Add drained chickpeas, turmeric, smoked paprika, cumin (if using), salt and a couple tablespoons of water or aquafaba. Process until mostly smooth, stopping to scrape down the bowl as needed.
3. With the motor running, drizzle in olive oil and add additional water/aquafaba 1 tbsp at a time until hummus is creamy and silky. Taste and adjust lemon, salt, smoked paprika or cayenne.
4. For an ultra-smooth texture, process 1–2 minutes longer.
5. Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle extra smoked paprika and chopped parsley, and finish with a crack of black pepper.

• Serve with warm pita, flatbread, raw vegetables, or as a spread in sandwiches and wraps.
• Dollop onto roasted vegetable and grain bowls (works beautifully with the Roasted Carrot & Goji Berry Salad and Harissa Tofu).
• Use as a tangy condiment alongside grilled tempeh or falafel.

Storage

• Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 5 days. If it firms, stir in a little water or olive oil before serving.

Another beautiful plant-based creation. Publish this one so other plant lovers can find it!