Eat & Thrive: Hummus

Going on a picnic? Don't forget the hummus! Here in Portland, picnics are a typical afternoon activity. Whether you're hiking through Forest Park or relaxing on top of Mt. Tabor with a friend, bring along healthy finger foods like carrots, sprouted bread and hummus. They're easy to pack, nutritious and satisfying for any active body.

Reap the Benefits:
> high in iron
> high in vitamin C
> significant amounts of folate and B6
> good source of protein
> good source of dietary fiber

Hummus: A History
The earliest known recipes to something similar to our hummus bi tahini date to 13th century Egypt.

400 BC - Plato and Socrates write about the benefits of hummus in their diets.
1200 AD - Mediterranean countries list hummus as a staple.
1910 - Waves of immigrants bring hummus to America
1981 - Regional brands of hummus appear in supermarkets in the United States.
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