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Hummus
Hummus is a purée of chickpeas with tahini, lemon, garlic and olive oil, originating from the Levant. It is one of the few preparations that is rich in both plant protein and fibre.
On the nutrition side, it provides 258 kcal per 100 g, with 19.9 g of fat, 9 g of carbohydrate, 8.06 g of protein and 5.18 g of fibre. The fat comes from the tahini and the olive oil: it is mostly unsaturated fat.
Macronutrient breakdown
Nutrition table per 100 g
| Calories | 258 kcal |
| Kilojoules | 1070 kJ |
| Protein | 8,1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 9 g |
| Fat | 19,9 g |
| Fibre | 5,2 g |
Tips
What makes up its calories. 19.9 g of fat per 100 g, two thirds of its energy: hummus is not light, but its fat is of good quality and it keeps you full for a long time thanks to the fibre and protein combination.
A realistic portion. Two tablespoons, about 30 g, provide nearly 80 kcal. It is a starter or a side, not a main dish.
Homemade, you control everything. The shop-bought version is often oilier and saltier. Made at home, you measure the oil and keep the essentials: chickpeas, tahini, lemon.
Pregnant? Hummus is allowed during pregnancy, to be eaten soon after opening. See our guide on hummus during pregnancy.
