Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of homemade hummus paired with warm, fluffy pita bread. This delightful dish is not only easy to prepare but also a nutritious choice for gatherings or a cozy night in. Made from simple, wholesome ingredients like chickpeas and tahini, this Mediterranean dip is packed with protein and fiber, making it a perfect healthy appetizer or snack. Serve it alongside fresh vegetables or olives for an extra touch of flavor. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a casual evening at home, this hummus and pita bread combo promises to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans of chickpeas (drained)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- Salt to taste
- 2 large pita breads
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the drained chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt until smooth.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until fully incorporated and creamy.
- Adjust the consistency by adding water one tablespoon at a time if needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Cut pita bread into wedges and toast lightly in an oven preheated to 350°F (175°C) for about five minutes.
- Serve the hummus in a bowl drizzled with olive oil alongside the warm pita wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup hummus (60g) + 1/2 pita wedge (15g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg