Hummus with olives (200G) – THE GREEK HUMMUS COMPANY

Hummus and olives (200g) – THE GREEK HUMMUS COMPANY

ingredients:

chickpeas (65%)
tahini (contains sesame)
virgin olive oil, black olives (10%)
garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, lemon, salt

refrigerate after opening

suitable for vegetarians

net weight: 200g

Recipe:

Hummus with olives & Veggie Wrap-Up

Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Serving 1

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons hummus and olives

1 whole wheat tortilla (8 inches)

1/4 cup torn mixed salad greens

2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet onion

2 tablespoons thinly sliced cucumber

2 tablespoons alfalfa sprouts

2 tablespoons shredded carrot

1 tablespoon balsamic vinaigrette

INSTRUCTIONS

Spread hummus with olive over tortilla. Layer with salad greens, onion, cucumber, sprouts and carrot. Drizzle with vinaigrette. Roll up tightly.

Health benefits of olives

Olives are a staple of the Mediterranean diet. They’re associated with many health benefits, especially for heart health and cancer prevention.

Antioxidant properties

Dietary antioxidants have been shown to reduce your risk of chronic illnesses, such as heart disease and cancer.

Olives are rich in antioxidants, with health benefits ranging from fighting inflammation to reducing microorganism growth.

One study showed that eating a pulpy residue from olives significantly increased blood levels of glutathione, one of the most powerful antioxidants in your body.

Improved health

High blood cholesterol and blood pressure are both risk factors for heart disease.

Oleic acid, the main fatty acid in olives, is associated with improved heart health. It may regulate cholesterol levels and protect LDL cholesterol from oxidation.

Furthermore, some studies note that olives and olive oil may reduce blood pressure.

Osteoporosis is characterized by decreased bone mass and bone quality. It can increase your risk of fractures.

The rates of osteoporosis are lower in Mediterranean countries than in the rest of Europe, leading to speculation that olives might protect against this condition.