Hummus with Pita

Hummus with Pita is a traditional Lebanese breakfast dish, combining creamy chickpea dip with warm, soft pita bread. This healthy and satisfying meal is perfect for starting your day with a boost of energy and flavor.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 240 grams
• Tahini - 60 grams
• Fresh lemon juice - 30 milliliters
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Olive oil - 30 milliliters
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 60 milliliters
• Pita bread - 2 pieces
• Paprika - for garnish
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water.
2. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, and salt.
3. Blend the ingredients until smooth, adding the water gradually to achieve your desired consistency.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then transfer the hummus to a serving bowl.
5. Drizzle with a little more olive oil and sprinkle paprika and chopped parsley on top for garnish.
6. Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes on each side, or wrap in foil and heat in the oven.
7. Serve the hummus with warm pita bread for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.12 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and tahini, promoting heart health.

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