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Cedar'S Organic Hummus Garlic
Deli
📊 NOVA 3🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free🌿 Organic

Cedar'S Organic Hummus Garlic

Cedar's
10 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
115mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
60
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Cedar's Organic Hummus Garlic arrives in a 10-oz refrigerated plastic tub with a visible seasoned topping—roasted garlic, tomato and scallion—that helps it stand out on the deli aisle shelf. You'd find it in the refrigerated dips and prepared foods section, often shelved near other hummus varieties, refrigerated guacamole, prepared salads, and grab-and-go cheese and cracker packs. It suits a range of shopping missions: a weeknight grocery run for snack staples, a weekend-brunch stop for entertaining, or the game-day spread where easy-to-share dips are essential. Cedar's positions itself as a pantry- and fridge-friendly organic brand aimed at health-conscious shoppers and parents who want a familiar Mediterranean staple without hard-to-read ingredients; its marketing leans into “organic,” “crafted,” and bold-flavor cues that appeal to millennials and families looking for a premium yet approachable dip. The label leans on health halos—organic certification, simple ingredient names, and “topped” novelty—rather than kid-focused cartoons or lifestyle extremes. In plain language: this is a commercially prepared hummus made from cooked chickpeas, tahini, added oils and small amounts of stabilizer and acidifiers—more processed than a homemade batch but simpler than many ready-to-eat snacks. Sensory notes: smooth, creamy chickpea body with a rich sesame undertone, a silky mouthfeel from the oil blend, and a bright, roasted-garlic punch from the topping; mild grain from whole chickpeas; savory, slightly tangy finish. Rituals: scooping with pita, dolloping onto sandwiches, or pairing with crudités at a casual gathering. Nutrition cues (≈70 kcal per serving, 115 mg sodium) reinforce its snackable, shareable role.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 10
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium115mg5%
Total Carbohydrate4g1%
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),, Organic, Roasted, Garlic,, Citric, Acid,, Sea, Salt,, Organic, Guar, Gum., Topping:, Organic, Roasted, Garlic,, Organic, Tomato,, Organic, Lemon, Juice,, Organic, Scallion,, Organic, White, Vinegar,, Organic, Sunflower, Oil,, Sea, Salt,, Citric, Acid,, Organic, Black, Pepper,, Organic, Guar, Gum..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Organic 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:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from whole-food ingredients (chickpeas, tahini) but includes added oils, citric acid and guar gum as stabilizers—commercially processed into a ready-to-eat dip, placing it in NOVA group 3 (processed foods).

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Common Questions about Cedar'S Organic Hummus Garlic

Cedar's Organic Hummus Garlic can definitely be considered healthy for a snack or dip option, especially when you compare it to many processed dips that are loaded with preservatives or artificial ingredients. It’s made with organic chickpeas, tahini, and roasted garlic, so it brings a wholesome vibe to your snacking. Just remember, healthy is relative — it’s great for a plant-based snack, but if you’re looking for something high in protein, you might want to pair it with some veggies or whole grain crackers.

Perfect For

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