Hummus is a dip made of olive oil, chickpeas. Sesame seeds, lemon juice and salt. It is highly popular in the Middle East. It is a rich source of protein, controls your hunger pangs and can help you in weight management. It is also known to help people with cholesterol levels. They contain folate and can help to reduce the risk of certain type of cancer. The healthiest way to consume hummus is to use it as a spread on the bread instead of cheese or mayonnaise.