Tag: Spoiled hummus

According to a 2010 CDC study analyzing 2007 data, hummus was linked to an outbreak that caused 802 illnesses, demonstrating that foodborne pathogens can contaminate this popular dip. While typically a healthy food, improper storage or ingredients can indeed cause sickness, ranging from mild digestive discomfort to serious food poisoning.

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines, perishable foods left at room temperature for more than two hours should be discarded. Unlike its store-bought counterpart, which often contains preservatives, homemade hummus has a considerably shorter shelf life, typically lasting only 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator. Proper storage is crucial to ensure both freshness and food safety.