
Boar's Head Tahini Hummus
What You Should Know
Boar's Head Tahini Hummus is a small, deli-style tub you’ll typically find in the refrigerated prepared foods aisle, shelved with other refrigerated dips, packaged hummus varieties, olives, and ready-made salads near the deli counter. It reads like a midpoint between grocery-store convenience and artisan deli offerings: a clean white-and-blue Boar’s Head label, clear plastic tub and peel-back lid that signal freshness and ease. This product fits casual weeknight dinners, weekend brunch spreads, game-day snack platters, or meal-prep sessions where a ready-to-eat dip is handy. Boar’s Head’s brand positioning leans upscale and trustworthy — a century-old deli name that signals higher-quality proteins and ingredients to shoppers who want “better” packaged fare without boutique pricing; the target demographic skews adult, health-conscious, and willing to pay a bit more for recognizable brand provenance. The label typically emphasizes a short ingredient list and familiar words (chickpeas, tahini, olive oil), with no kid-focused graphics or bright cartooning; it’s presented as a wholesome, mainstream deli offering rather than an organic or specialty-certified product (no organic seal apparent). In plain terms it’s a processed, blended refrigerated dip: cooked chickpeas and sesame paste are emulsified with oils and seasonings and stabilized for spreadable texture—there is a small functional additive (guar gum) and an acidulant (citric acid) to maintain consistency and shelf life. Sensory notes: smooth, creamy body with a subtle sesame tang, mild garlic and cumin, and an olive-oil sheen; the ritual is simple—peel, scoop with pita or veggies, or smear on sandwiches for immediate, savory payoff.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Steamed, Chickpeas,, Water,, Tahini, (Crushed, Sesame, Seeds),, Sunflower, Oil,, Olive, Oil,, Sea, Salt,, Citric, Acid,, Garlic,, Guar, Gum,, Cumin..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
Made from whole ingredients (chickpeas, tahini, oils) but industrially prepared and stabilized with additives like guar gum and citric acid, placing it in the processed-food category rather than unprocessed or highly formulated ultra-processed products.
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Common Questions about Boar's Head Tahini Hummus
It really depends on your definition of healthy! At 80 calories per serving, this hummus is a lower-calorie option for a snack or spread. It's packed with wholesome ingredients like chickpeas and tahini, but keep in mind it’s not particularly high in protein or fiber. So, if you’re looking for a protein punch, you might want to pair it with something like veggies or whole-grain pita.
