Which Is Healthier: Hummus Or Guacamole? (2024)

While high in calories, these spreads are both relatively healthy options that please a crowd.

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In the world of party appetizers, there are none more classic or delicious than hummus and guacamole. But between these two crowd favorites, which is packing the most nutrition? Hummus, with its chickpea base, wins with certain nutrients, like protein, zinc, and iron, while guacamole helps avocado fans slim down with fewer calories and carbs, heart-healthy fats, and potassium. At the end of the day, these are both healthy options when eaten occasionally and in moderation—but here's the full breakdown for each and the spread that comes out on top.

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Devon Rutz

Devon Rutz is the associate research editor for Prevention.

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