Use in Moderation
Hummus
2.80g net carbs per 2 tbsp
Two tablespoons run 2.8 g net carbs, which is manageable, but the chickpea base adds up fast once you start scooping. Stick to that 30 g portion and pair it with celery or cucumber rather than crackers to keep your daily count in check.
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Nutrition Facts
Fits My Daily Budget?
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One serving uses 14% of your 20g daily budget.
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Good to Know
Chickpeas are the carb source here, so the base is what drives the count. Watch flavored tubs like roasted red pepper or caramelized onion, since added sugars and starchy fillers can creep in. Brands such as Sabra and Cedar's are easy to find, and checking the label for a single-digit net carb number per 2 tbsp serving keeps you honest. Pair it with cucumber slices or celery instead of pita to skip the bigger carb hit.
Is Hummus Keto? The Full Answer
Hummus contains 2.80g net carbs per 2 tbsp (4.50g total carbs minus 1.70g fiber). Two tablespoons run 2.8 g net carbs, which is manageable, but the chickpea base adds up fast once you start scooping. Stick to that 30 g portion and pair it with celery or cucumber rather than crackers to keep your daily count in check.
On a standard ketogenic diet, most people target 20-25g net carbs per day. A single serving uses 14% of a 20g daily carb limit. Track your portions carefully and account for other carbs in your meals.
Better Keto Swaps
Baba ganoush is your closest cousin here. It's built on roasted eggplant and tahini instead of chickpeas, so a 2 tbsp scoop runs about 2 g net carbs. The smoky flavor is similar enough that you probably won't miss the original. Next, try a tahini-based dip thinned with lemon and garlic, skipping the legume entirely. Two tablespoons land near 1 g net carbs and bring that same nutty, creamy texture for dunking. Want something with real bulk? Go for a macadamia or almond dip, blended smooth with olive oil and herbs. Roughly 1.5 g net carbs per 2 tbsp, and the fat keeps it satisfying as a snack.
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