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BH Mango Jalapeno Hummus
Deli
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BH Mango Jalapeno Hummus

Boar's Head
10 oz
Available at Foodtown
50
Calories
1g
Protein
3g
Sugars
150mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
55
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Boar's Head Mango Jalapeno Hummus arrives in a clear 10-oz refrigerated tub, usually found in the chilled deli or prepared foods aisle alongside other flavored hummuses, specialty spreads, packaged cheeses, and pre-cut vegetables. It reads like a grown-up, slightly tropical answer to plain hummus — a swipe of sweet mango and a kick of jalapeño layered onto a familiar chickpea base. Shoppers reach for it on weekend brunch runs, for game-day snack platters, or when assembling easy picnic or movie-night spreads; it also sits comfortably on a quick grocery list for weeknight meal prep where a flavorful dip speeds up dinner. Boar's Head positions the product as a premium, deli-style offering: brand cues emphasize quality, artisanal deli heritage, and convenience, appealing to health-conscious adults who want bold flavors without shopping the hot sauce or chopping fruit. The label leans into natural-sounding language — steamed chickpeas, mango puree, sesame tahini — and highlights recognizable ingredients rather than cartoon kid branding; there is no organic certification on the ingredient list despite one organic sugar entry. In plain terms, this is a commercially prepared hummus with added stabilizers and flavor components. Texture is smooth and creamy with tiny sesame flecks and a syrupy mango sweetness that’s quickly balanced by a bright jalapeño heat; the tub invites scooping with pita, spreading on sandwiches, or dolloping onto grain bowls. The ritual is informal and social: open, scoop, and share from the tub at the center of the table.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Servings per Container: 10
Calories50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium150mg7%
Total Carbohydrate6g2%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars3g
Added Sugars3g6%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Steamed, Chickpeas,, Water,, Mango, Puree,, Organic, Sugar,, Jalapeno, Pepper,, Sunflower, Oil,, Sesame, Tahini, (Crushed, Sesame, Seed),, Sea, Salt,, Citric, Acid,, Garlic,, Jalapeno, Powder, (Dried, Jalapeno, Pepper,, Sugar,, Onion, Powder,, Yeast, Extract,, Maltodextrin,, Dried, Green, Bell, Pepper,, Spices,, Garlic, Powder,, Tomato, Powder,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, Natural, Flavor,, Natural, Smoke, Flavor,, Citric, Acid),, Guar, Gum..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial additives and formulations such as maltodextrin, natural flavors, yeast extract, and guar gum alongside flavor concentrates, indicating ultra-processed manufacturing rather than a simple homemade product.

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Common Questions about BH Mango Jalapeno Hummus

That depends on your definition of healthy! With only 50 calories per serving and a blend of wholesome ingredients like chickpeas and mango puree, it can definitely fit into a balanced diet. However, it's not a protein powerhouse, so if you're looking for a high-protein snack, you might want to pair it with something like whole grain pita or veggies.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
movie-night

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