Raw with hummus or dip
This is a simple, fresh appetizer or snack consisting of raw vegetables served with a creamy dip, most commonly hummus. Typical vegetables include carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, and celery, which are cut into sticks or rounds for easy dipping. The dish is a staple in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and global health-conscious cuisines.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
The dish is generally low in calories and carbohydrates, with the hummus providing plant-based protein and healthy fats. It's a great source of dietary fiber and key vitamins like Vitamin C and Vitamin K from the vegetables.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin C | 30 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 µg |
| Vitamin K | 25 µg |
| Potassium | 300 mg |
| Folate | 40 µg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) of mixed vegetable sticks with 2 tablespoons (30 g) of hummus · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this combination is a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet, celebrated for its simplicity and balance. Nutritionally, the fat in the hummus helps the body absorb the fat-soluble vitamins (like Vitamin A from carrots) from the raw vegetables.
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