
Sabra Classic Hummus, Chef Size
What You Should Know
Sabra Classic Hummus, Chef Size (25 oz) is the large, resealable plastic tub you’ll find in the refrigerated prepared foods aisle — usually in the deli/refrigerated dips section beside guacamole, tzatziki, pre-cut vegetables, and packaged baba ghanoush. Shoppers grab this for grab-and-go entertaining, weeknight snacks, and bulk-ready meal prep when they want a familiar, ready-made Mediterranean-style dip. Its marketing leans on convenience and broadly appealing Mediterranean flavors: classic chickpea and tahini, with garlic and lemon notes implied by citric acid. The brand positions itself as mainstream and family-friendly, aimed at health-conscious but time-pressed adults and parents who want a shelf-stable, fridge-ready spread that feels wholesome and socially modern. The label often highlights “classic” and ingredient callouts like chickpeas and tahini, giving a simple, natural impression; there’s no organic certification, and small print lists preservatives and “natural flavors.” In plain processing terms, it’s an industrially prepared, packaged hummus made to stay fresh in a refrigerator for several weeks. Sensory details: smooth-creamy texture with a slight grain from ground chickpeas and sesame, a mild tang and garlic lift, and a silky mouthfeel from added oils and tahini. The 25 oz tub invites ritualistic scooping with pita or veggie sticks, layering onto sandwiches, or dolloping onto grain bowls. Its utility is social and practical — a party staple, a lunchbox addition, or a quick protein-rich snack that reads as flavorful and familiar in American grocery culture.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Chickpeas,, Water,, Tahini, (Sesame),, Soybean, Oil, and/or, Sunflower, Oil,, Salt,, Garlic,, Citric, Acid,, Potassium, Sorbate, to, Maintain, Freshness,, Spices,, Natural, Flavor..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
- •potassium sorbate - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains industrial additives (potassium sorbate, citric acid, 'natural flavor') and is manufactured and packaged for long shelf life with added oils — characteristics consistent with ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).
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Common Questions about Sabra Classic Hummus, Chef Size
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? Sabra's Classic Hummus has a nice balance of healthy fats from tahini and oils, plus fiber from chickpeas, making it a great dip or spread. Just keep in mind that it's not a protein powerhouse, so it's best enjoyed as part of a varied diet.
