Hummus is made up mostly of garbanzo beans (chickpeas) which are often called the most nutritious food in the world. Garbanzo beans are loaded with fiber, which is helpful for proper digestion and proper digestion helps to boost your immune system and prevent diseases. A half-cup of garbanzo beans has about 143 calories, 27 grams of carbohydrates, and 6 grams of muscle-boosting protein. They are an excellent source of dietary fiber with about 5 grams in a half-cup serving. They are also nutrient-dense; packing magnesium, potassium, and iron! You get all of these benefits in the virtual cholesterol and trans-fat-free garbanzo bean!