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Boar's Head Traditional Hummus
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Ingredients and nutrition come from USDA FoodData Central, Branded Foods (FDC ID 2596667, data date 2023-07-13, release 2026-04-30). These are brand-submitted label records in the public domain (CC0); retrieved 2026-10-20. Check the package for the current label.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (28 g, 2 Tbsp (28g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 286 kcal | 80 kcal |
| Total fat | 25 g | 7 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.6 g | 1 g |
| Sodium | 357 mg | 100 mg |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.7 g | 3 g |
| Dietary fiber | 3.6 g | 1 g |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar alcohols | Unknown | Unknown |
| Protein | 7.1 g | 2 g |
| Net carbs (carbs − fiber) | 7.1 g | 2 g |
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What to know before you choose these ketchup, mayo & condiments
The recorded ingredient label lists 10 ingredients, led by steamed chickpeas, water and sunflower oil. Worth noting: it lists seed oils. For these ketchup, mayo & condiments, the comparison that matters most is condiment style: compare ketchup, mayo, barbecue sauce or salsa within its own style.
- Worth checkingLists seed oils (sunflower oil).
- Good signNo added sugars or syrups appear on the recorded label.
- Good to knowContains thickeners or stabilizers: guar.
- Good to knowOils named on the label: sunflower oil and olive oil.
- Good to knowIngredient and allergen statements mention sesame. Always confirm the full allergen statement on the package.
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- You are limiting added sugars: none are listed.
You may prefer another option if…
- You avoid seed oils: the recorded label lists sunflower oil.
- You prefer to avoid thickeners and gums: it lists guar.
- You avoid sesame: the label mentions it.
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- Condiment style. Compare ketchup, mayo, barbecue sauce or salsa within its own style.
- Oils and sweeteners. Read the full oil blend and declared added sugars.
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References
- Boar's Head product page Boar's Head
- Boar's Head Traditional Hummus: brand-submitted label record (FDC ID 2596667) USDA FoodData Central
- Added sugars on the Nutrition Facts label U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- Sodium in your diet U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- Types of fat Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Boar's Head Traditional Hummus contain seed oils?
The recorded ingredient statement lists seed oils. Review the full statement for the exact ingredients.
Does Boar's Head Traditional Hummus contain artificial dyes or MSG?
No listed matches for artificial dyes or MSG were found in the current recorded statement. Confirm the formula against your package; this is not an allergy or safety assessment.
What is the verification standard for this product?
The complete ingredient statement was recorded from the linked product-specific source on 2026-10-20. Evidence expires after 90 days and requires a new source review; viewing this page does not renew it.
What are the ingredients in Boar's Head Traditional Hummus?
The recorded ingredient statement reads: STEAMED CHICKPEAS, WATER, SUNFLOWER OIL, OLIVE OIL, SESAME TAHINI (PURE CRUSHED SESAME SEEDS), SEA SALT, CITRIC ACID, GARLIC, GUAR GUM, CUMIN
Is Boar's Head Traditional Hummus healthy?
Its recorded label lists seed oils (1 of the 9 additive groups we check). Its clean score is 63 out of 100. That is a label check, not a nutrition rating: sugar, sodium, calories and portion size are separate questions.
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