Legumes & beans

Hummus, commercial

FDC 174289tbsp (15 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 53 · -10 vs Legumes & beans median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Hummus, commercial is middling for nutrient density at 53 of 100. Within legumes & beans it ranks 39 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of dietary fiber (20% DV), a good source of magnesium (18% DV), a good source of protein (16% DV). Most of its 237 calories per 100 grams come from fat. Worth noting: it is high in sodium (426 mg per 100 g).

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 7.8 g · 12%Carb 15 g · 24%Fat 17.8 g · 64%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories237 kcal12%
Total fat18 g23%
Saturated fat2.6 g13%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium426 mg19%
Carbohydrate15 g5%
Dietary fiber5.5 g20%
Sugars0.62 g
Protein7.8 g16%
Potassium312 mg7%
Calcium47 mg4%
Iron2.5 mg14%
Magnesium75 mg18%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A1 µg0%
Vitamin E1.5 mg10%

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FDC 174289

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Dietary fiber20% DV
Magnesium18% DV
Protein16% DV
Iron14% DV
Vitamin E10% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the legumes & beans median

Nutrient density53 vs 63 median
Protein / 100 g7.8 vs 21 median
Fiber / 100 g5.5 vs 5.4 median
Sodium / 100 g426 vs 203 median

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More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Hummus, home preparedDensity 54 vs 53Peanuts, virginia, rawDensity 57 vs 53Chicken, meatlessDensity 58 vs 53

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