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Cedars Organic Mediterranean Hommus
Deli
📊 NOVA 4🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free🌿 Organic

Cedars Organic Mediterranean Hommus

Cedar's
10 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
105mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
59
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Cedar's Organic Mediterranean Hommus is a refrigerated, ready-to-eat chickpea dip presented in a 10 oz plastic tub with a peel-back lid and clear film, often spotted in the refrigerated deli/dips aisle near other hummus varieties, olives, pita chips, pre-cut vegetables and refrigerated Mediterranean salads. The brand leans into Mediterranean authenticity — pine nuts, roasted red pepper and parsley crowning the original hummus — and is positioned toward shoppers seeking a premium, organic twist on a familiar grocery staple. It reads as a health-conscious choice on shelf: organic certification, simple ingredient listing, and phrases evoking “authentic” Mediterranean flavors create a natural/wholesome halo rather than overtly child-focused or novelty branding. The product fits a range of shopping occasions: quick weeknight dinners, appetizer spreads for weekend brunch or game-day gatherings, and convenient additions for packed lunches or picnics. Sensory notes: smooth, creamy base with a slightly oily sheen from the sunflower and extra virgin olive oil, a mild lemony tang from citric acid, soft texture from pureed chickpeas, and a crunchy, nutty top layer of split chickpeas and roasted pine nuts that makes each scoop feel a bit more rustic. Rituals around use include scooping with pita or crisped chips, spreading on sandwiches, or arranging on a party platter alongside fresh vegetables. Processing context: it’s a packaged, refrigerated hummus made from whole ingredients but containing common stabilizers and acidulants used in commercial dips to maintain texture and shelf stability.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 10
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium105mg5%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein2g
* 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

Organic, Steamed, Chickpeas, (Organic, Chickpeas,, Water),, Organic, Sesame, Tahini, (Organic, Ground, Sesame),, Blend, of, Oils, (Organic, Sunflower, Oil,, Organic, Extra, Virgin, Olive, Oil),, Sea, Salt,, Organic, Garlic,, Citric, Acid,, Organic, Cumin,, Organic, Guar, Gum,, Topping:, Organic, Split, Chickpeas,, Organic, Roasted, Pine, Nuts,, Organic, Sunflower, Oil,, Organic, White, Vinegar,, Organic, Roasted, Red, Pepper,, Organic, Parsley,, Citric, Acid,, Organic, 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?

Although made from whole ingredients like chickpeas and tahini, the product includes industrial additives (guar gum, citric acid) and formulated oil blends typical of industrially processed ready-to-eat foods, consistent with NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Cedars Organic Mediterranean Hommus

The Mediterranean Hommus is a solid choice for a snack or spread, especially if you're looking for something vegan and organic. With just 80 calories per 2 tablespoons, it's relatively low in calories and sugar, making it a great option for a light bite. However, healthy is subjective — it’s all about how it fits into your overall diet!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

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