Sainsbury's
Sweet chilli houmous
Product Insights
Sweet chilli houmous is a plant‑based spread and dip sold by Sainsbury’s, classified in the “Fat and sauces” and “Dressings and sauces” groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is assigned to Nova group 3, offering 6.6 g of protein and 4.3 g of fiber per 100 g, but also delivering 14.3 g of fat and 5.3 g of sugars, which are moderate levels. While the product is vegan and low in salt, its relatively high fat and added sugar, together with the preservative potassium sorbate, mean it should be enjoyed in moderation, especially by those monitoring calorie or sugar intake.
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Nutritional Values
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Comparative Analysis
Compared with the typical hummus category, Sweet chilli houmous contains considerably less sugar (5.3 g vs 10.95 g) and salt (0.75 g vs 5.02 g), but its fat (14.3 g) and energy (229 kcal) are above average, while protein (6.6 g) and fiber (4.3 g) are markedly higher.
Ingredients
Cooked Chickpeas (50%) (Water, Chickpeas), Water, Rapeseed Oil, Tahini Sesame Seed Paste (9%), Sugar, White Wine Vinegar, Concentrated Lemon Juice, Red Chilli Purée (3.5%), Ginger Purée, Garlic Purée, Salt, Cornflour, Preservative: Potassium Sorbate
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