Hummus with Pita Bread Triangles - Vegetarian

The Creamy Chickpea Hummus with Toasted Pita is a sublime upgrade to any appetizer spread or snack time. This classic Mediterranean dish marries the nutty depth of tahini with the bright acidity of lemon juice and the aromatic warmth of garlic. The hummus is blended until smooth, creating a perfect pairing for crispy, oven-toasted pita triangles brushed with olive oil and optionally sprinkled with za'atar for an extra layer of flavor.

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Temps de préparation 15

Temps de cuisson 10

Temps total 25

Type de plat Appetizer

Cuisine Mediterranean

Portions servings

Calories 240 kcal

Ingrédients

2 cups cooked chickpeas

1/4 cup tahini

3 tablespoons lemon juice

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 teaspoon cumin

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 cup water

4 whole whole pita breads

1 tablespoon za'atar (optional)

1 tablespoon olive oil (for pita)

Instructions

In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Blend until smooth, gradually adding 1/4 cup of olive oil and enough water to reach your desired consistency.
Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt or lemon juice if necessary.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut pita breads into small triangles and arrange on a baking sheet.
Brush pita triangles with olive oil and sprinkle with za'atar if using.
Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Serve the hummus in a bowl, drizzled with a bit of extra olive oil and garnished with a sprinkle of paprika or fresh parsley. Place the toasted pita triangles around the bowl.

Nutrition (per 100g)

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Hummus with Pita Bread Triangles – Vegetarian