Crackers with hummus

Crackers with hummus is a simple, popular snack pairing crisp crackers with a creamy dip made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. It's a staple in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine, often served as an appetizer or light meal.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This snack is a balanced source of plant-based protein and fiber from the chickpeas, with healthy fats from tahini and olive oil. A typical serving of two tablespoons of hummus with a handful of crackers provides around 150-200 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	380 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Phosphorus	90 mg
Zinc	1.0 mg
Vitamin B6	0.15 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Manganese	0.5 mg

Per 1 serving (approx. 30g crackers + 60g hummus, total ~90g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Hummus has ancient roots and is a celebrated part of Levantine food culture, often sparking friendly debates over its exact origin. Nutritionally, the combination of chickpeas and whole-grain crackers creates a satisfying, blood-sugar-stabilizing snack that keeps you full longer.