International Hummus Day
Every year on May 13th, hummus lovers gather to celebrate International Hummus Day. The day also raised concerns for this delectable dish that has been described as a cross-cultural phenomenon.
Hummus is an Arabic word that means chickpea. Despite the Arabic origins of hummus, some scholars believe this dish originated in Egypt. Despite this, other groups of people, including the Lebanese, Turks, Jews, and Syrians, have attempted to take credit for inventing hummus.
No matter who invented it, the basic recipe for hummus has remained the same through the years. Chickpeas, tahini (ground sesame seeds), olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic are among the most common hummus dish. Some people like different types of hummus. These flavors include sun-dried tomato, spinach, and artichoke, red pepper, basil pesto, chipotle, roasted garlic, and lemon.
Every kind of hummus is considered a health food by many. Hummus packs a variety of vitamins and minerals in a single serving. Hummus contains folate, copper, manganese, magnesium, zinc, and Vitamin B6 with each delectable bite. Hummus is also a low-carb diet that contains a plant-based protein.
Among the health benefits of hummus are::
- It's high in fiber, which promotes digestive health and feeds good gut bacteria
- The ingredients used have been shown to fight inflammation
- It has a low glycemic index, which means it can help regulate blood sugar levels
- Chickpeas are considered a heart-healthy snack that reduces the risk of heart disease
- It promotes weight loss and the ability to maintain a healthy body weight
In addition, people from around the world eat hummus because it is free of many common food allergens, including gluten, nuts, and dairy.
How to celebrate #internationalhummusday
People from around the world are encouraged to eat some hummus on this day. They can eat it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Eateries around the world, from New York City to Melbourne, hold hummus-tasting functions.
To participate:
- Try hummus, pita bread or carrots, or even spinach and try it out
- Make your own hummus from scratch
- Eat at a restaurant that serves Middle Eastern cuisine
- Watch Hummus! The Movie – a tale of faith, family, and expansion
- #HummusDay is a hashtag that was shared on social media this day
The international hummus day has a rich tradition in history
In 2012, Ben Lang, co-founder of Innovation Israel, and his colleague, Miriam Young, founded International Hummus Day. Nutella, another kind of spread, inspired the day's spread. Hummus deserved its own day as well when they learned World Nutella Day was commemorated the hazelnut spread.
