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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers

    Turmeric Hummus (Without Tahini)

    Published: Feb 17, 2022 Modified: Feb 20, 2022 by Kristin King / This post may contain affiliate links

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    Close up side shot of hummus garnished with halved cherry tomatoes, herbs, and paprika in a white bowl on a wooden surface.
    Overhead view of hummus garnished with halved cherry tomatoes, herbs, and paprika in a white bowl on a wooden surface.
    Close up side shot of hummus garnished with halved cherry tomatoes, herbs, and paprika in a white bowl on a wooden surface.

    Not only is this golden Turmeric Hummus easy to make, healthy, and tasty, it's also packed with cancer-fighting ingredients! Ready in 10 minutes, it’s a gluten-free and vegan food that you can feel good about making for your family.

    If you're looking for a guide on how to make hummus without tahini, check out this easy and tasty recipe. Serve it as a snack, a party dip, or pre-dinner appetizer!

    Close up side shot of hummus garnished with halved cherry tomatoes, herbs, and paprika in a white bowl on a wooden surface.
    The whole family will enjoy this tasty and nutritious homemade hummus!
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    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • 🥘 Ingredients Needed
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 👪 FAQs
    • 💭 Other Helpful Tips
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥗 More Chickpea Dishes
    • 🍿 More Snack Recipes You'll Love
    • Homemade Turmeric Hummus without Tahini
    • 📋 Recipe Card
    • 💬 Reviews and Comments

    👩🏻‍🍳 Why You'll Love This Recipe

    I love snacking, and I especially love snacks I can feel good about eating!

    This golden hummus is so easy to make and full of ingredients that are great for your body. For instance, did you know turmeric and chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) have both been found to have cancer-fighting qualities?

    And if that's not enough, this easy homemade hummus is ready in just 30 minutes, and you probably have a lot of the ingredients and seasonings in your kitchen already!

    If you love this turmeric hummus, you have to check out my Roasted Red Pepper Hummus or this Baked Hummus Casserole as well. Turn this guilt-free snack into a filling and healthy meal!

    🥘 Ingredients Needed

    Overhead shot of ingredients- chickpeas, chickpea liquid, minced garlic, lemon juice, sesame oil, olive oil, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
    With only a few simple ingredients, you will love making this delicious homemade hummus!
    • chickpeas - the main ingredient in most hummus, when blended these chickpeas will create a thick and creamy texture.
    • chickpea liquid - canned chickpeas typically come in liquid; you'll use this to adjust the consistency of your turmeric hummus to your liking.
    • olive oil - slightly thins out the consistency.
    • sesame oil - adds some subtle nutty flavor.
    • lemon juice - provides an acidic tang that balances out your hummus.
    • minced garlic - gives your hummus a nice sharp garlic-y flavor.
    • turmeric, paprika, salt & pepper - these warm and flavorful spices provide so much color and taste to your hummus!

    🔪 Instructions

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    Super quick and easy, you will love to make this turmeric hummus without tahini!
    1. Combine chickpeas, olive oil, sesame oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, turmeric, paprika, salt, pepper, and about half of the chickpea liquid in a food processor.
    2. Blend until smooth, adding more chickpea liquid if the texture is too thick.

    👪 FAQs

    What is the purpose of tahini in hummus?

    In typical hummus, tahini provides extra smoothness in the texture as well as vitamins and minerals. However, you won't miss it in this recipe and the turmeric adds anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties which are definitely desirable for your health.

    What can I substitute for tahini in hummus?

    There are a number of good substitutes, including cashew butter, almond butter, sunflower butter, or peanut butter and olive oil. This recipe uses sesame oil to capture the sesame flavor that would normally come from the tahini, and extra chickpea juice to control the consistency.

    Should I take the skin off my chickpeas?

    It isn't necessary, but removing the skins yields a homemade hummus that's ultra smooth and creamy. Leaving on the skins can lead to a slightly more grainy texture, but if you don't mind that, it saves some time to leave the skins on.

    How long does homemade hummus last in the fridge?

    When stored properly in an airtight container, your turmeric hummus should be good for up to 5 days to a week in the fridge. I wouldn't recommend freezing homemade hummus.

    Why make hummus without tahini?

    The simple answer is that tahini, which is a sesame seed paste, is the most expensive ingredient in hummus, and it can also be a bit difficult to find sometimes! Sesame is also a fairly common allergen.

    Overhead view of hummus garnished with halved cherry tomatoes, herbs, and paprika in a white bowl on a wooden surface.
    With minimal prep and clean up required, you will absolutely love this homemade hummus recipe!

    💭 Other Helpful Tips

    • If you do want to add some tahini, just throw in a tablespoon or two with the rest of the ingredients before blending.
    • Turmeric can leave stains behind on your dishes, but soaking them overnight in vinegar and dish soap and then scrubbing should get them out. If not, try some baking soda and water.
    • Set aside a few chickpeas to use for garnish!

    For a quick and healthy snack that won't break the bank, make this turmeric hummus without tahini! It tastes even better than hummus you'd buy at the grocery store and you can customize it to your taste.

    📖 Variations

    • For an even deeper flavor, you can cook the garlic in some olive oil before adding it to the hummus.
    • Top with tomatoes and greens for a beautiful presentation, or add some red pepper flakes or jarred roasted red peppers to make a red pepper hummus.
    • This homemade hummus is perfect to serve with pita chips, tortilla chips, pretzels, crackers, or vegetables like carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, and more. You can even spread it on sandwiches or on an English muffin for breakfast!

    🥗 More Chickpea Dishes

    If you love chickpeas like I do, you'll want to incorporate them into your diet in as many ways as possible! Try this Chickpea and Black Bean Snack Mix for when you want something crunchy, or even this quick and Crispy Air Fryer Chick Peas.

    For a dish you can serve as a light and yummy lunch or a side for dinner, check out this Quinoa Chickpea Salad!

    🍿 More Snack Recipes You'll Love

    • Cinnamon Pretzels and Peanuts - Perfectly sweet and salty, this indulgent snack is perfect as a hostess gift or for game day.
    • Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls - These no-bake treats are great for a breakfast or snack on the go.
    • Jalapeno Artichoke Dip - Creamy and cheesy, this dip is guilt-free but so delicious.
    • Homemade Cheez-Its - This recipe from Cookies & Cups will teach you how to make your very own Cheez-It crackers!
    Side shot of hummus in a white bowl garnished with cherry tomatoes, herbs, and paprika with a wooden cutting board with cherry tomatoes, cauliflower, herbs, and a knife in the background all on a wooden surface.
    This creamy and delicious homemade hummus will quickly become a family favorite!

    Homemade Turmeric Hummus without Tahini

    Love this recipe? Awesome! Please give it a 5 star ⭐ rating below! And if you make this, snap a photo and tag me on Instagram. You can find me at DizzyBusyandHungry or #dizzybusyandhungry!

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    Close up side shot of hummus garnished with halved cherry tomatoes, herbs, and paprika in a white bowl on a wooden surface.

    Turmeric Hummus (Without Tahini)

    Recipe Author: Kristin
    Not only is this turmeric hummus easy to make and tasty, it's also packed with cancer-fighting ingredients!
    4.89 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Appetiser
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 165 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 30 ounces chickpeas (two 15 oz cans, drained, reserve ½ cup liquid)
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
    • ¼ cup lemon juice
    • 4 teaspoons minced garlic
    • 2 teaspoons paprika
    • 2 teaspoons turmeric
    • ¾ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper
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    Instructions
     

    • Combine all ingredients plus about ¼ cup of the reserved chickpea liquid in a food processor.
      30 ounces chickpeas, ¼ cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, ¼ cup lemon juice, 4 teaspoons minced garlic, 2 teaspoons paprika, 2 teaspoons turmeric, ¾ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper
    • Process for about 1 minute.
    • Check the consistency, and add more of the chickpea liquid if desired.
    • Serve with veggies or pita bread for dipping!

    Notes

    • If you get stubborn turmeric stains on your food processor parts, bowls, or utensils, try soaking them overnight in vinegar with a little dish soap added, then scrub. If that doesn't completely remove the stains, try creating a paste with baking soda and water and scrubbing.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 515mg | Potassium: 192mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 263IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 2mg

    Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.

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    Update Notes: This post was originally published in June 2016, but was republished with tips, step by step photos, and a recipe change in February 2022.

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    1. Arvind Prajapati

      November 28, 2016 at 4:49 am

      This recipe is superb! Its very easy to make and the combination of spices work perfectly. I don’t think I’ll ever need to buy hummus again!

      Reply
      • Kristin King

        November 28, 2016 at 7:00 am

        So happy to hear that! Glad you liked it and thanks so much for stopping by to let me know! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Ashleigh Burgess

      September 03, 2016 at 7:36 pm

      Gosh the colour in that hummus is brilliant! Yummy!

      Reply
    3. Morgan

      July 18, 2016 at 5:42 pm

      This looks delicious! It's always great when you can find a treat that's both tasty and healthy! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!

      Reply
    4. f

      June 23, 2016 at 4:48 pm

      I loved this post, having family members who are working with cancer diagnoses - both the chickpea and the turmeric are so great - and taste wonderful! Thanks for bringing this by Throwback Thursday!

      Mollie

      Reply
    5. Vicky

      June 18, 2016 at 3:50 pm

      I just made this, and overall it is good. However, it has a very mild flavor (which turmeric tends to have) and a lot of olive oil. Next time I would add 1/2 cup of tahini, not add the sesame oil, and cut the olive oil amount in half. If it needed more liquid I would add more lemon juice. Those things will increase the savory-ness. Also, you can try fresh turmeric in the recipe, instead of powdered. Just dice it up and then pulse together with the garlic and some of the oil or lemon juice to puree the combo before adding the other ingredients. Make sure you add the pepper into the recipe. That enhances the absorption of the cancer fighting component in turmeric! The book How Not to Die by Dr. Greger has lots of details on the benefits of turmeric and pepper, and of course many other herbs and plants that fight and prevent cancer.

      Reply
      • Kristin King

        June 18, 2016 at 10:36 pm

        Thanks for the suggestions! There are definitely many ways to do this. Most of the ingredient decisions I make are based on what I generally have on hand, ingredients that keep for a long time, and/or items that lend themselves to the easiest prep, since my main target audience (busy moms) typically prefers those types of ingredients. Of course anyone is free to add/subtract/change anything! I had not heard about adding in pepper to enhance the cancer fighting action of the turmeric, I will definitely look into that. I will look into that book as well. Thanks for stopping by! 🙂

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        • Vicky

          June 20, 2016 at 5:23 pm

          Thank you for sharing this great and flexible recipe! What a great way to get in a daily dose of turmeric 🙂

    6. Leslie

      June 16, 2016 at 11:21 am

      I had some hummus yesterday for lunch. It was roasted red pepper & I had it with a few pretzels, I love it! I bet this is tasty too.

      Reply
    7. Marisa

      June 15, 2016 at 4:51 pm

      This dish looks yummy and beautiful! I never knew about the positive benefits of turmeric before, but I'm glad I know now. I'm also very glad both you and your husband survived cancer- that must have been a very trying time. Thanks so much for sharing this post and recipe with #FamilyJoy Blog Link-Up Party! 🙂

      Reply
    8. Audrey

      June 14, 2016 at 12:18 pm

      Beautiful dish and a beautiful reason for posting it! Thanks for sharing on Creative K Kids Tasty Tuesdays.

      Reply
    9. Helen Fern

      June 12, 2016 at 9:20 am

      I love hummus - this one is so bright and beautiful! Need to give it a try for sure! Thanks for linking up at What's for Dinner

      Reply
    10. CJ

      June 03, 2016 at 12:43 pm

      The recipe looks awesome, and Heather's story is amazing!

      Reply
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