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Is hummus good for you?
Hummus is a versatile ingredient and a good source of fiber, along with vitamins and minerals like manganese, copper, folate, and iron. Thanks to its impressive nutrient profile, it may help ease inflammation, promote heart health, and support blood sugar management.
What is hummus made of?
Hummus is a smooth and creamy puree of cooked chickpeas (garbanzo beans), tahini and an acid, typically lemon juice. While hummus usually has garlic now, centuries ago it did not. Olive oil isn't a requirement either, but most modern recipes list it as an ingredient.
What should I eat hummus with?
What To Eat With Hummus: 23 Delicious Ideas
Vegetables. A colorful array of vegetables make for fantastic hummus companions, enhancing both taste and texture. ...
Pita bread. Soft, pillowy pita bread is the ideal vessel for scooping up creamy hummus. ...
Pita chips. ...
Pretzels. ...
Crackers. ...
Falafel. ...
Apples. ...
Chickpeas.
Is hummus healthier than dip?
“It generally offers more vitamins and minerals than many other dips or spreads,” she says, since it includes calcium, folate and magnesium.
Amount Per 1 tbsp (15 g) | |
Calories 25 | |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 1.4 g | 2% |
Saturated fat 0.2 g | 1% |
Cholesterol 0 mg | 0% |
Sodium 57 mg | 2% |
Potassium 34 mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 2.1 g | 0% |
Dietary fiber 0.9 g | 3% |
Protein 1.2 g | 2% |
Vitamin C | 0% |
Calcium | 0% |
Iron | 2% |
Vitamin D | 0% |
Vitamin B6 | 0% |
Cobalamin | 0% |
Magnesium | 2% |