Pile on the hummus for heart health, bone strength, vitamins, and good digestion.
Over the past few years, hummus has become a mainstream staple.
Brands like Sabra have popularized many flavors and products to help you get your hummus fix.
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“It’s also a versatile dish that’s great for dipping and adding flavor to dishes.”
Dip veggies, pretzels, or pita chips into hummus for the perfect afternoon snack.
Serve it with dinner as a healthy, creamy side.
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Thin it with olive oil and drizzle over salad as a healthier swap for store-bought dressing.
The ways to enjoy hummus (and its many nutritious benefits) are unlimited.
Hummus Nutrition and Benefits
Hummus is a great source of plant-based protein.
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“Chickpeas are a plant-based protein sourceand beneficial for repair and recovery in the body,” Cotton says.
Pair it with broccoli for a powerful, protein-packed punch.
“Hummus contains essential minerals such as iron and magnesium,” Cotton says.
Folate is a key vitamin."
It’s full of calcium for strong bones.
It provides fiber for gut health.
It contains heart-healthy fats.
Hummus gets its rich, creamy texture fromolive oil, which is a great source of heart-healthy fats.
Hummus can help lower cholesterol.
In addition to increasing good fat, research has found that chickpeas help lower bad LDL cholesterol.
“In one study, 47 healthy adults consumed either a diet with added wheat or chickpeas.
It reduces inflammation.
“Inflammation is the way our body protects itself from injuries.
It naturally regulates sugar.
“Respectively, it can help decrease the risk of insulin resistance, which can lead to diabetes.”
It significantly increases your nutrient intake.
We also like to give it an extraflavor kick with horseradishor spices for a flavorful plant-based snack or meal.
Here are three hummus recipes to add to your snack rotation.
Pink Hummus
Punch up plain-old hummus with some vibrant color thanks to colorful beats.
Serve with crispy veggies and seed-filled crackers.
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Adding anything other than the standard ingredients may introduce gluten to the product.
If you are getting flavored hummus, check the ingredient list.
Traditionally flavored hummus is vegan because it does not contain any animal products.
Fresh vegetables like bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots, and celery are excellent choices for dipping in hummus.
Other options include pita bread, pita chips, and tortilla chips.
Hummus is a perishable food item and can spoil quickly, meaning it should be refrigerated.
The FDA says that hummus can be left out at maximum for four hours before it should be refrigerated.
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