Are you looking for a quick and easy snack that is both healthy and delicious? Look no further than this hummus and pita chips recipe! Hummus is a classic Middle Eastern dip made from chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice, and it's perfect for dipping with crispy pita chips. Here's how to make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- Pita bread, cut into triangles
- Extra olive oil and salt for pita chips
This image shows the completed dish of hummus and pita chips. The hummus is smooth and creamy, and the pita chips are golden and crispy. The dish is presented on a wooden board with a small bowl of hummus in the center and the pita chips arranged around it.
Instructions:
- In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, paprika, and cumin. Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Cut the pita bread into triangles and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- Transfer the hummus to a bowl and drizzle with a little extra olive oil. Serve with the crispy pita chips on the side.
This image shows the pita chips being made from scratch. The image focuses on the hands of the cook as they brush olive oil onto the pita bread triangles and sprinkle them with salt. The baking sheet with the prepared pita chips is visible in the background.
This image shows the ingredients used to make the hummus. The chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, paprika, and cumin are arranged on a wooden board, with a small bowl of lemon juice and a wooden spoon in the center. The image is staged to look rustic and natural.
