Low Sodium Hummus: How to Make a Heart-Healthy Version at Home!

Published August 22, 2024
Updated November 13, 2025

Low sodium hummus can be a satisfying snack to add to the rotation if you are trying to reduce your salt intake. If you have high blood pressure, or any condition where you have to follow a low sodium diet, it can be daunting to discover how much salt is in your favorite foods. Dips, sauces, and condiments can be a significant source of sodium, so making them at home can help.

What You’ll Need

  • Canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained (low sodium or no salt added if possible)
  • Tahini
  • Olive oil
  • Garlic cloves

Variations of Low Sodium Hummus

This recipe is very basic. You can add whatever ingredients you want to change up the flavor.

  • Jarred roasted red peppers (check label for sodium)
  • Caramelized onion
  • Lemon and dill
  • Chili crunch (look for lower sodium versions like Momofuku)
  • Roasted garlic
  • Sun dried tomato and basil

How to Eat Low Sodium Hummus

Hummus is a great dip for low sodium crackers or raw veggies. You can spread it on a piece of toast and top with avocado slices. It’s also a great condiment for sandwiches and wraps.

Making Ahead/Storage

You can make this hummus in advance as it keeps in the refridgerator for 3-4 days. Store in an airtight container.

Serving Suggestion

This recipe makes about 1.5 cups of hummus. Serving suggestion is 2-4 tablespoons.

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Low Sodium Hummus

Ingredients

  • 1 can chickpeas no salt added
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic

Method

  1. Place chickpeas, tahini and garlic into a food processor. Blend until combined. Slowly add olive oil and continue to process until smooth. If too thick add water 1 Tbsp at a time until desired texture is reached.

Nutrition

Carbohydrates13gProtein6gFat16gSodium9mgPotassium159mgFiber4g

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An award winning recipe developer, Dietitian Kaitlin’s mission is to empower others to reach their health goals by encouraging them to get back into the kitchen. Co-author of Nourished: 10 Ingredients to Happy, Healthy Eating and Cooking with Diabetes.

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