Wednesday, March 27, 2013

A selection of Garden Fresh Hummus.

For those of you who don't know Roger and me personally, we are pretty good cooks. We have a saying that we don't mind spending real money on good food, but it must be at least as good as we can make it at home! As you can imagine, we don't eat out at fast food places very often, and when we do its usually an emergency; as in we have to be somewhere 2 min ago and are really hungry. I really love finger foods, I think tapas are some of the most fabulous dishes ever. To snack here and there makes me really happy. Roger knows this and has started making me Hummus. I have to tell you he really makes some delicious Hummus. I have tried several brands of hummus brands and types trying to find Hummus as good as his. I have to say I am not a fan of Tribal Hummus, I find it sour. (I have admitted to having a delicate palate, so if yours is duller you might like the Tribal). Our Commissary started to carry this Garden Fresh Gourmet 2 weeks ago. I was surprised to find that is was cheaper than both Tribal and Sabra (I do like a couple of the Sabra's but just like not love)
These are the actual three kinds of Hummus that I purchased...The Artichoke and Spinach Hummus, The Spicy Cilantro Hummus, and the Tabouli Garden Naturals Hummus. All of these had a price point of between 2.50 to 3.00 a container. I will totally admit that they are all outstanding in different ways, and therefore pretty good bargains too!  


The Artichoke and Spinach Hummus is really kind of  a spread. This would be awesome at a garden party on on apps at a cookout. If you are an artichoke fan give this one a try. I don't think you will be at all sorry.

Ingredients: Chickpeas, water, tahini (sesame paste), oil (olive & canola), garlic, salt, citric acid, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate to preserve taste.  TREE NUTS and WHEAT and MILK are used in the location where this product is produced and may have come in contact with this product.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 oz.
Servings Per Container 10
Amount Per Serving Calories 90                   
Calories from Fat 63 % Daily Value*       Total Fat 7g 11%    Saturated Fat 0g 0%     Trans Fat 0g 
Cholesterol 0mg 0%   Sodium 200mg 8%              Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%      Sugars 1g                             Protein 2g 4%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Spicy Cilantro Hummus...This is spicy but not hot....it for sure has a Mexican vibe to it. Really surprisingly great. I ate the whole container myself. I was too greedy to share. I know I should be ashamed, but i don't really have to be because I used cucumber chips to dip into it, so it was a healthy meal!!! hahaha

Ingredients: Chickpeas, water, tahini (sesame paste), oil (olive & canola), cilantro, chili peppers, jalapeno peppers, spices, salt, garlic, citric acid, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate to preserve taste.  TREE NUTS and WHEAT and MILK are used in the location where this product is produced and may have come in contact with this product.


Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 oz.
Servings Per Container 10
Amount Per Serving Calories 54                   Calories from Fat 9 % Daily Value*       Total Fat 6g 11%    Saturated Fat 0g 0%     Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0%   Sodium 160mg 8%              Total Carbohydrate 7g 2%Dietary Fiber 2g 8%      Sugars 1g                             Protein 3g 6%


*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.


Tabouli Garden Fresh Naturals Hummus...If you like Mediterranean food like Greek foods and spices this one is for you, it has a hint of mint that is unexpected and so very welcome. Honestly I wanted a warm pita and some stuffed grape-leaves with this one!

Ingredients: Chickpeas, Sesame Tahini, Canola Oil, Tomato, Onion, Parsley, Sea Salt, Citric Acid, Garlic Powder, Bulgar Wheat, Mint. CONTAINS WHEAT, TREE NUTS and MILK are used in the location where this product is produced and may have come in contact with this product.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2 tbsp
Servings Per Container 8
Amount Per Serving Calories 60                   
Calories from Fat 45 % Daily Value*       Total Fat 5g 9%    Saturated Fat 0g 0%     Trans Fat 0g 
Cholesterol 0mg 0%   Sodium 130mg 7%              Total Carbohydrate 4g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 8%      Sugars 1g                             Protein 1g 6%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.



Garden Fresh has a huge product line that includes, but is not limited to: 
Garden Fresh Mediterranean Hummus
Garden Fresh Mediterranean Hummus Toppers
Garden Fresh Artichoke Garlic Salsa 
Garden Fresh Black Bean & Corn Salsa 
Garden Fresh Jack's Special: Mild Salsa
Garden Fresh Mango Peach Salsa 
Garden Fresh Wild Mild Salsa 
Garden Fresh Sweet Onion Salsa 
Garden Fresh Peach Pineapple Salsa 
Garden Fresh Jack's Special: Medium Salsa
Garden Fresh Thick & Chunky Salsa
Garden Fresh Jack's Special: Hot Salsa 
Garden Fresh Screamin Hot Salsa 
Mild Gourmet Guacamole
Zesty Gourmet Guacamole 
Original Mediterranean Hummus
Original Mediterranean Hummus with Pine Nuts 
Roasted Red Pepper Mediterranean Hummus 
Garlic Lover's Mediterranean Hummus 
Greek Mediterranean Hummus 
Spicy Cilantro Mediterranean Hummus 
Tortilla Chips
Pita Chips
Cream Cheese & Salsa Dip
Artichoke Spinach 4 Cheese Dip
Spinach Dip 
Chipotle Dip
Dill Dip 
Vegetable Dip 


All in all I am really impressed by the Garden Fresh Brand. 5 out of 5 stars.
Which one do you think you will try? Let me know if you agree or disagree with me on this Hummus!

2 comments:

  1. Just started using Hummus so this is a big help for me, thank you:))

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    1. Eileen...thanks so much for the comment! You are welcome...Let me know if you agree or disagree with my conclusions...Im just starting this so I need feedback! Thanks so much for Reading my posts!

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