Humus

68

Nutrition Score

Moderate

Humus

5949065001636

Starts at 50. Rises with whole foods, proteins, vitamins; drops with added sugars, trans fats, and syrups.

91

Hazard Score

Healthy

64

Mirella Index

Everyday

Quality category: Gourmet (80+), Everyday (50–79), or Basic (0–49)

Ingredients

Chickpeas · No known concerns

Round legume used to make hummus and falafel, or added whole to salads and stews.

Tahini (Sesame Paste)

Tahini · No known concerns

Contains sesame

Paste made from ground sesame seeds, used in hummus, halva, and Middle Eastern dishes. Contains sesame allergen.

SesameSeed · No known concerns

Contains sesame

Small oilseeds with a nutty flavor, used whole, ground into tahini, or pressed for oil. Contains sesame allergen.

sunflower oil · No known concerns

Vegetable oil pressed from sunflower seeds, commonly used for cooking and frying due to its light flavor.

OliveOil · No known concerns

Healthy monounsaturated fat from olives. Rich in polyphenols and oleic acid; supports heart health.

Lemon · No known concerns

Citrus fruit valued for its tart juice and zest, used as a flavoring, acidifier, and source of vitamin C.

Potassium Sorbate

E202 · −2 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Widely used mild preservative to prevent mold. Generally recognized as safe within standard legal limits.

Sodium Benzoate

E211 · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: FDA, EFSA

Common preservative. Can react with Vitamin C to form benzene (a known carcinogen).

Sodium Acetates

E262 · No known concerns

Sodium salt of acetic acid. Used as seasoning (salt and vinegar flavor) and preservative.

Salt (Sodium Chloride)

Salt · −2 pts

Moderate health concern Source: WHO, FDA

Common table salt used for flavouring and preservation. High intake is linked to hypertension.

Paprika · No known concerns

Ground dried red peppers used as a spice, ranging from mild and sweet to hot, common in stews and rubs.

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