Why does Moroccan Style Houmous receive a Nutri‑Score of C even though it is made from chickpeas and vegetables?

The Nutri‑Score algorithm balances negative points from total fat, saturated fat, salt and sugars against positive points from protein, fiber and fruit/vegetable content; the moderate fat (14.3 g) and salt (0.93 g) generate enough negative points to place the product at grade C despite its high protein and fiber.

How does the salt level in this hummus affect people who need to watch their sodium intake?

At 0.93 g of salt per 100 g (about 370 mg of sodium), the product is lower than many processed spreads but still contributes to the recommended daily limit of 2 g of salt, so individuals with hypertension should consume it in moderation.

Is the sesame seed paste (tahini) a problem for consumers with sesame allergies?

Yes. Tahini is made from sesame seed paste, which is listed as an allergen; anyone allergic to sesame should avoid this hummus.

Marks & Spencer • 170g

Moroccan Style Houmous

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Moroccan Style Houmous is a plant‑based dip classified in the “Fat and sauces” and “Dressings and sauces” groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is rated NOVA 1, reflecting low processing but a moderate total‑fat (14.3 g/100 g) and salt (0.93 g/100 g) content that prevent a higher score. The product provides a good amount of protein (5.7 g) and fiber (4.4 g) while containing no added sugars and only 3.7 g of naturally occurring sugars.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal213 kcal

Fat14.3 g

Saturated Fat1.5 g

Carbohydrates13.2 g

Sugars3.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average spreads, this hummus contains less sugar (3.7 g vs 10.9 g), lower salt (0.93 g vs 5.0 g) and less saturated fat (1.5 g vs 2.1 g), but it has higher total fat (14.3 g vs 12.0 g) and markedly more protein and fiber.

Ingredients

Cooked Chickpeas (38 %) (Water, Chickpeas) Red Onions (16%) Rapeseed Oil Water Tahini (Sesame Seed Paste) (8%) Onions Dried Apricots (4%) Concentrated Lemon Juice Salt Ginger Purée Ground Spices (Coriander, Turmeric, Smoked Paprika, Cumin, Paprika, Cinnamon) Garlic Cumin Seeds Rice Flour Onion Seeds Garlic Purée Red Chilli Purée.

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