Roasted Red Pepper & Za'atar Hummus with Pita Crisps

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-20 · Updated 2026-04-20

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Creamy hummus swirled with roasted red peppers and za'atar, served with homemade crispy pita chips for dipping. This Middle Eastern-inspired salad recipe (vegan), ready in about 30 minutes, blends chickpeas, red bell peppers, za'atar spice blend into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 8, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 8 Middle Eastern cuisine 190 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 can (15 ounces), drained chickpeas
2, roasted and peeled red bell peppers
2 teaspoons za'atar spice blend
3 tablespoons tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 clove, minced garlic
4 small rounds pita bread
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Step 1: In a food processor, blend 15-ounce can drained chickpeas, 2 roasted and peeled red bell peppers, 2 teaspoons za'atar, 3 tablespoons tahini, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
Step 2: Spread hummus in a shallow dish, then swirl in 1 teaspoon za'atar and 1 tablespoon water to create a marbled effect.
Step 3: Cut 4 small pita rounds into 8 wedges each. Brush both sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil and place on a baking sheet.
Step 4: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes until crisp and golden, flipping halfway.
Step 5: Serve hummus chilled with warm pita crisps on the side.