Fatteh Hummus
The luxurious Damascene breakfast: boiled chickpeas topped with a yoghurt, tahini and garlic sauce and toasted bread. The protein of the chickpeas and yoghurt slows the absorption of the bread, giving a low index (45).
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
A rich and very filling breakfast; toast the bread in the oven instead of frying it in ghee, focus on the chickpeas and yoghurt, and keep the bread to a small amount.
Best preparation methods
Make the sauce with natural yoghurt, raw tahini, lemon juice and garlic, and top it with a sprinkle of pine nuts or lightly toasted almonds.
Important Nutritional Note
For people with diabetes or insulin resistance, it is always recommended to consider the total glycemic load (GL) of the meal rather than relying on the glycemic index alone.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (200 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 310 kcal | 620 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g | 24 g |
| Carbohydrate | 32 g | 64 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 25 g | 50 g |
| Fat | 15 g | 30 g |
| Dietary fibre | 7 g | 14 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Arabic dishes with a glycemic index (24), it ranks 15 (lowest first).
Lower-GI alternatives:
Frequently asked questions
Is Fatteh Hummus good for weight loss?
It can be included in moderation: it contains 7 g of fibre per 100 g, which supports fullness, and a 200 g portion gives 620 kcal.
How does Fatteh Hummus affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 45 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 200 g portion has a glycemic load of 22.5 (High), so it is best to reduce or split the portion and combine it with protein and fibre.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Fatteh Hummus?
A typical 200 g portion of Fatteh Hummus provides about 620 kcal, 24 g protein, 64 g carbohydrate, 30 g fat and 14 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.