Why is Moroccan Style Houmous classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product uses refined rapeseed oil, concentrated lemon juice, a complex chilli sauce with preservatives, and several industrial ingredients, which together place it in NOVA 4. It lists four additives: E150a (plain caramel colour), E202 (potassium sorbate), E260 (acetic acid), and E330 (citric acid).

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

Per 100 g the hummus contains 5.2 g of sugars and 0.57 g of salt (about 230 mg sodium). For diabetics the sugars add to the total carbohydrate count and should be tracked, while hypertensive individuals should consider the salt contribution as part of their daily sodium limit, using the product in moderation.

Is the sesame seed paste in this product a concern for people with a sesame allergy?

Yes. The formulation includes 7 % sesame seed paste, and sesame is flagged as an allergen, so anyone with a confirmed sesame allergy should avoid this hummus.

Lidl • 200g

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 scores Nutri‑Score B and falls in NOVA group 4, delivering 248 kcal per 100 g with 16 g fat, 6.8 g protein and 4.4 g fiber, while containing moderate 5.2 g sugars and 0.57 g salt. However, it includes four additives (E150a, E202, E260, E330) and the presence of sesame seed paste makes it unsuitable for sesame‑allergic consumers; the overall processing level is high.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal178 kcal

Energy731 kJ

Fat19.5 g

Saturated Fat1.6 g

Cholesterol0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average hummus category, this Moroccan Style Houmous offers considerably more protein (6.8 g vs 2.1 g) and fiber (4.4 g vs 1.36 g) and far less sugar and salt, but its fat (16 g) and energy (248 kcal) are notably higher.

Ingredients

50% cooked chickpeas (chickpeas, water), rapeseed óil, water, 7% sesame seed paste, 5% caramelised onion (onion, sugar, colour: plain caramel, dark brown soft sugar), concentrated lemon juice, 3% apricots, 3% sultanas, chilli sauce (red chilli paste [chilli pepper, salt, acid: acetic acid, preservative: potassium sorbate], red chilli purée [red bell pepper, salt, chilli pepper], salt, preservative: acetic acid, water, antioxidant: citric acid) , salt, garlic purée, coriander, ground cumin, cumin seeds, paprika, potassium sorbate, turmeric,

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