Hummus facts for kids
Hummus (sometimes spelled houmous) is a super yummy and healthy dip or spread! It's made from a few simple ingredients like chickpeas, sesame seeds (often as a paste called tahini), olive oil, lemon juice, a little salt, and garlic.
The word "Hummus" actually means "chickpeas" in Arabic. This tasty dish is very popular in places like West Asia (also known as the Middle East), Turkey, and North Africa.
Hummus is packed with good stuff for your body! It has lots of protein, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and dietary fiber. These nutrients help you stay strong and healthy. People often eat hummus with warm pita bread. When you eat hummus with bread, the proteins from both foods work together, making it even more nutritious and delicious! Hummus first came from Egypt a long time ago. Now, it's loved in many countries around the world and is known as a "healthy" food.
Images for kids
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Hummus with pine nuts and olive oil
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Hummus served in a bowl on a platter of pita bread
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Lebanese-produced hummus in a can for export markets
See also
In Spanish: Hummus para niños
