Gluten-Free Chickpea Flour Flatbreads with Za'atar
Soft, warm flatbreads made from chickpea flour, infused with aromatic za'atar, perfect for dipping or wrapping. This Middle Eastern-inspired gluten-free recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chickpea flour, water, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 3/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp, plus more for cooking extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp za'atar spice blend
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup chickpea flour, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1 tbsp za'atar spice blend.
- Step 2: Gradually add 3/4 cup water and 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, whisking until a smooth batter forms. Let rest for 10 minutes to hydrate.
- Step 3: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly brush with olive oil.
- Step 4: Pour about 1/4 cup batter into the skillet, spreading gently into a 6-inch circle. Cook for 3-4 minutes until edges look dry and bubbles form on top.
- Step 5: Flip the flatbread and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Step 6: Repeat with remaining batter, adding oil to the skillet as needed. Serve warm with dips or fillings.







