Hummus Fun Facts

Hummus has a rich tradition - some even refer to it as an “ancient” food that has a history of being consumed by important historical figures in the Middle East.

According to ancient scriptures, hummus - at least as we know it today - was first consumed in Egypt around the 13th century, although the recipe used at this time differed from today’s because it omitted tahini and used other nuts instead. Who Knew we are eating the food of kings!! Lol

Hummus plays a major part in the diet of many healthy populations living around the world, mainly in the Middle East. Hummus is frequently included in all “mezzeh tables” in Syria and Turkey, eaten most days for breakfast along with bread in Palestine and Jordan, and is still enjoyed in Egypt and many Arabic nations in a variety of meals, too.

Eating a Mediterranean diet, as recommended by the Canadian food guide can help lower cholesterol and triglycerides levels, reduce symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, and lessen the chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. Consuming Legumes like fava beans & Chickpeas are highly recommended for a healthy diet & overall health. How often do you eat Hummus?

So is hummus healthy? If you make homemade hummus with real ingredients or buy a quality store-bought hummus then yes. Basic hummus recipes contain six healthy ingredients: chickpeas, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, sea salt and tahini. At Infused Mediterranean Foods, we do not add any oils, sugars, or preservatives in any of our Hummus! What’s in your secret recipe?

Did you know that all hummus starts with chickpeas! Popular types like roasted red pepper or Beet root hummus, which you may have seen in supermarkets — have additional ingredients that are mixed into the basic hummus recipe! This is good news because it keeps the tastes of hummus interesting and offers a wide variety of options. We love all kinds of Hummus….What’s your favourite flavour?

Mediterranean and Middle Eastern populations have been consuming good-quality olive oil and tahini for thousands of years. This type of diet that is still eaten in these regions today (which also frequently includes other hummus ingredients like legumes, lemon and garlic) has been shown to be very anti-inflammatory, and we know that inflammation is the root cause of many chronic disease. Our favourite legume is chickpeas…What’s yours?