As later scientific analyses of its components revealed, the creamy and spreadable hummus we enjoy for its bursts of savory flavors, is also packed with fiber, folate, immune-boosting Vitamin C, energy-balancing potassium, blood-enriching iron and enough B- Vitamins to defuse stress and dial up brain power. Turbo-charged with the mighty sesame seed, the tahini sauce adds a rich and piquant flavor to the mix, as well as an abundance of the amino acid methionine to complement the chickpea’s proteins—which combine with bulgur wheat and other whole grain pita or crackers to complete a mighty whole-protein source.