BeslyHummus: Calories, Protein, Carbs & Fat
Calories in hummus, by the numbers: 12% of them come from protein, 24% from carbs and 64% from fat. For 1 tbsp (15 g) that works out to 36 kcal, 1.2 g protein, 2.2 g carbs and 2.7 g fat.
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Hummus serving sizes: calories and macros
| Serving | Grams | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 | 237 | 7.8 | 15 | 17.8 |
| 1 oz | 28.4 | 67 | 2.2 | 4.3 | 5 |
| 1 tbsp | 15 | 36 | 1.2 | 2.2 | 2.7 |
Where the calories in hummus come from
Counting protein and carbs at 4 calories per gram and fat at 9, hummus gets 12% of its calories from protein, 24% from carbs and 64% from fat. This split is calculated from the macros listed per 100 g (7.8 g protein, 15 g carbs, 17.8 g fat).
Sodium, fiber, sugar and saturated fat in hummus
A 1 tbsp (15 g) of hummus also contains 63.9 mg sodium, 0.8 g fiber, 0.1 g sugar and 0.4 g saturated fat.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 tbsp (15 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 426 mg | 63.9 mg |
| Fiber | 5.5 g | 0.8 g |
| Sugar | 0.6 g | 0.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 0.4 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Potassium | 312 mg | 46.8 mg |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 7 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 0.4 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
How hummus compares with similar foods
Among the 6 foods compared here, hummus is number 4 when sorted from the lowest to the highest calories per 100 g (237 kcal). The comparison uses foods from the same food group (legumes & soy) that have a page on Besly.
| Food (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tofu | 85 | 10.9 | 1 | 4.2 |
| Black Beans | 132 | 8.9 | 23.7 | 0.5 |
| Chickpeas | 164 | 8.9 | 27.4 | 2.6 |
| Hummus (this page) | 237 | 7.8 | 15 | 17.8 |
| Lentils | 352 | 24.6 | 63.4 | 1.1 |
| Olive Oil | 900 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
Forms and preparations of hummus
Across the 3 forms listed for hummus, calories range from 237 kcal per 100 g (Hummus) to 243 kcal per 100 g (Hummus, plain).
| Form or preparation (per 100 g) | Calories | Protein g | Carbs g | Fat g | Default serving |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hummus (main entry) | 237 | 7.8 | 15 | 17.8 | 1 tbsp (15 g): 36 kcal |
| Hummus, plain | 243 | 7.3 | 14.9 | 17.1 | 1 individual container (70 g): 170 kcal |
| Hummus, flavored | 241 | 7.2 | 14.6 | 17.1 | 1 individual container (70 g): 169 kcal |
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 1 tbsp of hummus?
1 tbsp (15 g) of hummus has 36 calories, with 1.2 g protein, 2.2 g carbs and 2.7 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of hummus?
100 g of hummus has 237 calories, 7.8 g protein, 15 g carbs and 17.8 g fat. One ounce (28.4 g) is 67 calories.
Is hummus low in carbs?
Carbs supply 24% of the calories in hummus (protein 12%, fat 64%). Per 100 g there are 15 g of carbs, and 1 tbsp (15 g) has 2.2 g, including 0.8 g of fiber.
Recipes with hummus
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, via the Besly food database (source tag “usda”, record us.generic.hummus). Data snapshot: October 16, 2026. Values are averages for the food as described and vary by brand, ripeness and preparation. Serving sizes come from the same record.