Pita bread with hummus and vegetables

• For 4 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 60 minutes
• Cooking time : 10 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Pita Bread
  • All-purpose flour : 2 cups
  • Active dry yeast : 1 packet
  • Warm water : 1 cup
  • Olive oil : 2 tablespoons
  • Salt : 1 teaspoon
  • Sugar : 1 teaspoon
• Hummus
  • Chickpeas (drained and rinsed) : 1 can
  • Garlic cloves : 2
  • Lemon juice : 2 tablespoons
  • Tahini : 2 tablespoons
  • Olive oil : 2 tablespoons
  • Salt : 1 teaspoon
• Vegetables
  • Cucumber : 1
  • Tomato : 2
  • Red onion : 1/2
  • Lettuce : 4 leaves

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Steps

• Prepare the Pita Bread Dough
• Mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the yeast activates and becomes frothy.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
• Mix the ingredients together until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
• Make the Hummus
• In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, garlic cloves, lemon juice, tahini, olive oil, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
• If the hummus is too thick, add a little water or olive oil to achieve the desired consistency. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
• Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
• Prepare the Vegetables
• Wash and slice the cucumber, tomato, and red onion into thin slices.
• Tear the lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces.
• Bake the Pita Bread
• Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
• Divide the risen dough into 8 equal portions and shape them into balls.
• On a lightly floured surface, roll out each ball into a circle about 6 inches in diameter.
• Place the rolled-out dough circles onto a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes until they puff up and turn golden brown.
• Remove the pita bread from the oven and let them cool slightly.
• Assemble the Pita Bread with Hummus and Vegetables
• Slice each pita bread in half to create pockets.
• Spread a generous amount of hummus inside each pocket.
• Fill the pockets with the sliced vegetables and lettuce.
• Serve the pita bread with hummus and vegetables immediately.

Tips

• You can customize the vegetables in the pita bread according to your preference. Add bell peppers, olives, or any other fresh veggies you like.
• If you prefer a warm pita bread, you can heat it in a toaster or on a stovetop griddle before assembling.

Information

• Pita bread with hummus and vegetables is a versatile and nutritious meal that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a snack.
• This recipe is vegetarian and can easily be made vegan by omitting the yogurt-based sauce or using a vegan alternative.