Zaatar Pita Pie

Zaatar Pita Pie is a delightful Moroccan-inspired dish that combines the aromatic flavors of zaatar spice with a crispy pita base, topped with fresh vegetables and a hint of cheese. This unique pizza-style pie is perfect for a light meal or as an appetizer.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pita bread - 2 large
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Zaatar spice mix - 2 tablespoons
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil with the zaatar spice mix to create a zaatar oil.
3. Place the whole wheat pita breads on a baking sheet.
4. Brush the zaatar oil generously over each pita bread.
5. Evenly distribute the halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, and sliced red onion on top of the pita breads.
6. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the vegetables.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.
9. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from whole wheat pita and vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and feta cheese, supporting heart health.

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