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How many calories are in hummus?

2 tbsp (30 g) of hummus has about 72 calories, with 2g protein, 6g carbohydrates and 5.2g fat.

Hummus is a creamy Middle Eastern dip made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, and lemon juice.

Calories

72

Per serving
2 tbsp (30 g)

2g Protein
6g Carbs
5.2g Fat
1.5g Fiber

of which sugars: 0g

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are averages and vary by brand and preparation.

Calories and macros by amount

Amount Calories ProteinCarbsFat
2 tbsp (30 g) 72 2g6g5.2g
Per 100 g 240 6.7g20g17g

Where the calories come from

Share of calories from each macronutrient

Protein 10% Carbs 30% Fat 60%

Burn it off

Roughly how long it takes to burn 72 calories:

🚶
17
min
Walking
🏃
6
min
Running
🚴
8
min
Cycling

Estimated for a ~70 kg (154 lb) adult; your rate varies.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in hummus?

2 tbsp (30 g) of hummus has about 72 calories, with 2g protein, 6g carbohydrates and 5.2g fat.

How much protein is in hummus?

2 tbsp (30 g) of hummus contains about 2g of protein.

How many carbs and fat are in hummus?

2 tbsp (30 g) of hummus contains about 6g of carbohydrates and 5.2g of fat.

Is hummus good for weight loss?

At about 72 calories per serving, hummus can fit a weight-loss plan when it suits your daily calorie budget. Log it by photo with LensNutra to stay on track.

How long does it take to burn off hummus?

Burning about 72 calories takes roughly 17 minutes of walking or 6 minutes of running.

Written & maintained by the LensNutra nutrition team · Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central

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