
Product Insights
Houmous is a plant‑based spread classified in the Fat and sauces (Dressings and sauces) group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is rated as an ultra‑processed NOVA 4 product, offering high fiber (5.6 g) and protein (6.8 g) while keeping sugars very low (0.4 g). However, it is relatively high in fat (21 g) and contains moderate salt (0.88 g) along with several additives such as citric acid (E330), lactic acid (E270), acetic acid (E260), potassium sorbate (E202) and xanthan gum (E415).
Nutrient Levels
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Nutritional Values
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Comparative Analysis
Compared with the average values of its category, this Houmous contains markedly more fat, a similar amount of saturated fat, but far less sugar and salt.
Ingredients
chickpea 45%, water, rapeseed oil, sesame, modified corn starch, salt, garlic, cumin, chilli, acidifying (e330, e270, e260), preservative (e202), thickening e415),
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