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Is hummus good for you?
Health benefits
Hummus is high in several important nutrients, including fiber and protein. A 2016 study explains that people who eat chickpeas or hummus eat more fiber, unsaturated fat, antioxidant vitamins, magnesium, potassium, and iron. This may be due, in part, to the presence of these ingredients in hummus.
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 it OK to eat hummus everyday?
While hummus is a very healthy snack option, it should not be consumed in large quantities.
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% |