Some kinds are made using 100% olive oil, and others are blended with sunflower or vegetable oil.
Here’s how these six popular hummuses ranked in descending order from my least favorite to the overall best.
The 10-ounce container cost me $3.
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The look:The Sabra hummus was darker and denser-looking than most of the others in this test.
It has a uniform kiss on top from whatever machine squeezed it into the container at the factory.
The taste:Sabra hummus is mild tasting and thick.
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A container cost me $3.50.
The taste:This hummus was neither full of flavor nor completely lacking taste.
It’s mild and familiar-tasting and has a lighter and fluffier texture than Sabra.
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The taste:This hummus had the strongest tahini flavor of any in the test.
It’s nutty, rich, and clings to your mouth more than others.
If you’re a big tahini fan, this hummus is for you.
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But I was pleasantly surprised by this smooth and creamy option.
A container cost me $4.99.
The look:Boar’s Head hummus has a fluffy, airier texture than the previous three.
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Priced at$7.99, it was the most expensive dip in my survey.
The look:Ithaca’s hummus is shiny and smooth.
It has a uniform color that’s slightly more brown and orange-hued than the others I tested.
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On a chip, it holds its shape in a firm peak.
The taste:This hummus is on the thicker side.
(Curiously, there are no sweeteners mentioned in the ingredient list.)
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It has a slight pleasant tang, possibly from the vinegar.
The small-batch dip cost me $5.99.
The look:This hummus is super light and fluffy with an airier, softer texture than others.
It’s a lighter beige color and has a natural sort of slump when dunked with a pita chip.
