Roasted Red Pepper & Za'atar Hummus with Pita Crisps

Name: Roasted Red Pepper & Za'atar Hummus with Pita Crisps
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
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

Creamy hummus swirled with roasted red peppers and za'atar, served with homemade crispy pita chips for dipping.

Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Category: Salads

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 8.

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

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.