Hummus provides plant-based protein in a creamy dippable format. Paired with carrot sticks it’s a fresh nutritious snack requiring no cooking. Carrots provide satisfying crunch or can be cooked soft if preferred.
⚡ Quick Facts
Portion Guidance: Start with half a portion and pause before continuing. It's okay to stop early.
🍽️ How Much Should I Eat?
Start with 2 tablespoons hummus and half a carrot. Dip each piece and eat slowly. Even this provides 3-4g protein and vegetable nutrition.
🥚 Ingredients
3 tablespoons hummus 60g (Tesco own-brand £1 for 200g), 1 large carrot peeled and cut into sticks (Tesco 1kg bag £0.40), optional: cucumber sticks peppers
📝 Instructions
Peel carrot and cut into sticks. Spoon hummus into small bowl or eat from tub. Dip carrot sticks into hummus. Eat slowly. No cooking required—takes 3 minutes to prepare.
🔄 Adapt This Recipe to How You Feel Today
😔 Low Appetite
Use just 2 tablespoons hummus with half a carrot. Even this provides nutrition with zero cooking effort.
🤢 Feeling Nauseous
If raw carrot is too crunchy or harsh steam carrot sticks 3-4 minutes until softer. Room temperature hummus is gentler than cold.
😊 Normal Appetite
Use 4-5 tablespoons hummus with full carrot plus cucumber and peppers. More substantial snack with variety of vegetables. Could add crackers or pitta bread.
📦 Storage & Make-Ahead
Hummus keeps 3-5 days once opened in fridge. Pre-cut carrot sticks keep in water in fridge for up to 5 days. Buy small hummus tubs if eating slowly.
📊 Nutrition & Compliance
Hummus provides plant protein from chickpeas. Carrots provide vitamin A and fibre. Together provide protein carbs and vegetables in easy snack format. Vegetarian and often vegan.
Medical Disclaimer: These recipes are for general healthy eating inspiration only and are not medical advice. Always follow guidance from your prescriber. If you experience severe nausea, vomiting, or cannot eat for more than 24 hours, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
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⚡ Quick Facts
🍽️ How Much Should I Eat?
Start with 2 tablespoons hummus and half a carrot. Dip each piece and eat slowly. Even this provides 3-4g protein and vegetable nutrition.
🥚 Ingredients
3 tablespoons hummus 60g (Tesco own-brand £1 for 200g), 1 large carrot peeled and cut into sticks (Tesco 1kg bag £0.40), optional: cucumber sticks peppers
📝 Instructions
Peel carrot and cut into sticks. Spoon hummus into small bowl or eat from tub. Dip carrot sticks into hummus. Eat slowly. No cooking required—takes 3 minutes to prepare.
🔄 Adapt This Recipe to How You Feel Today
😔 Low Appetite
Use just 2 tablespoons hummus with half a carrot. Even this provides nutrition with zero cooking effort.
🤢 Feeling Nauseous
If raw carrot is too crunchy or harsh steam carrot sticks 3-4 minutes until softer. Room temperature hummus is gentler than cold.
😊 Normal Appetite
Use 4-5 tablespoons hummus with full carrot plus cucumber and peppers. More substantial snack with variety of vegetables. Could add crackers or pitta bread.
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📦 Storage & Make-Ahead
Hummus keeps 3-5 days once opened in fridge. Pre-cut carrot sticks keep in water in fridge for up to 5 days. Buy small hummus tubs if eating slowly.
⚠️ Medical Disclaimer: These recipes are for general healthy eating inspiration only and are not medical advice. Always follow guidance from your prescriber. If you experience severe nausea, vomiting, or cannot eat for more than 24 hours, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
