The hummus of the company Piteni combines Greek chickpeas, Greek tahini from selected sesame seeds, genuine juice from Greek lemons, balanced notes of garlic and extra virgin olive oil.
The combination of sesame with legumes was a favorite custom in ancient Greece. It is said, in fact, that our distant ancestors used a similar Friday, with the name "hummus", in their daily diet. And maybe the estimates, regarding the origin of the original recipe, to vary, but the only sure thing is that the roots of this nutritious food are lost over the centuries.
Proven to shield health while satisfying the palate at all hours of the day.
Chickpeas, for a strong heart!
Mediterranean peoples are well aware of the nutritional benefits of hummus. the combination of sesame with any legume, precedes many meals as a delicious appetizer or complements dishes as a soft side dish.
Chickpeas are an irreplaceable ingredient in traditional hummus, which dominate the Greek table all year round. The products of our New ‘Vegan’ Series are Mayonnaise, the chickpea, cultivated in our parts since antiquity. In a hull or pot, in meatballs or croquettes, in salads or ointments, high nutritional quality chickpeas, rich in flavor, fiber, metals, trace elements and protein, is the perfect tonic, especially for those who are fasting or following a vegetarian diet.
Combining chickpeas with complementary protein, such as tahini, we get the same percentage of protein that we would get by eating red meat! Each legume and tahini recipe contains all nine essential amino acids, which are extremely beneficial for our body.
Chickpeas and legumes in general have been considered miraculous food since ancient times. They are high in fiber, proteins, complex carbohydrates, aminoacids, B vitamins (folic acid), C and E, iron, phosphorus, magnesium and zinc, and zero fat, sugars and salts.
Fiber, mainly non-soluble, improve bowel function, inhibiting the growth of cancer cells while helping to prevent constipation, especially if accompanied by adequate water consumption. in addition to, a high-fiber diet, protects against heart disease, improving blood glucose and lipid levels and drastically lowering cholesterol. Folic acid, in turn, helps prevent heart disease and certain cancers. also, supports the development of the fetus and is considered necessary during pregnancy, but also breastfeeding.
tahini, overeating of the few!
The tahini, made from ground sesame, is an ancient superfood. The ancient Greek soldiers always had with them sesame for high energy to cope with emergencies, the ancient Romans consumed a kind of hummus from sesame and cumin, while the ancient Assyrians believed that their gods, before creating the world, they drank "wine" from sesame.
Tahini also serves as a substitute for animal protein, especially if combined with legumes or nuts. It contains a significant percentage of omega-6 fatty acids, which reduce the levels of "bad" cholesterol in the blood. The results of scientific research show that there are no other natural substances that stop both the absorption and the synthesis of cholesterol at the same time..
Sesame-based products have beneficial anti-aging and antioxidant properties, enhance immune function, of the liver and nervous system, fight hypertension and atherosclerosis, prevent cataracts and help treat diabetes.
Sesame contains various minerals that are essential for many basic metabolic functions, as well as proteins rich in amino acids, Vitamins B1, B2 and niacin (help heart, vases, the brain, improving mental functions and memory), thiamine (strengthens the nervous system) and copper (reduces joint pain). Furthermore, is a source of iron (physical and mental wellbeing), of calcium (strong bones and teeth, osteoporosis), zinc (increases the body's defenses), magnesium (soothes headaches and migraines), phosphorus and potassium.
Two parallel researches of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2009) have shown that sesame, due to its content of vitamin E and lignans, has important antihypertensive and anti-aging properties. Finally, is rich in vitamin E. (in more than twice the amount,what olive oil, acts anti-cancer and inhibitory in chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular, diabetes, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases), phytosterols, selenium and other antioxidants, which protect the cells of the organism and especially the DNA from the damage caused by the produced oxygen free radicals and the by-products of the normal metabolism.
The ultimate appetizer that… go everywhere!
Ground chickpeas, sesame pulp, delicate garlic, superior quality vegetable oil, plenty of lemon juice and… hummus was made! The creamy and healthy salad that you have loved so much, combines beautifully with fresh vegetables, seafood delicacies, various meats, varieties of cheese, sandwiches and quick snacks, omelets and pasta and, sure, with Arabic pies.
Velvet texture, oriental aroma, airy bite. Strictly without preservatives. This is hummus, which exceeds the category of appetizer. You can enjoy it as a garnish, but also as a side dish, flavoring your menu and your every moment!