Description
15-Minute Mezze Plate with Toasted Za’atar Pita Bread is a vibrant, quick-to-prepare dish that brings a festive flair to any gathering. This delightful platter features warm, crispy pita bread seasoned with aromatic za’atar, accompanied by creamy hummus, fresh vegetables, and drizzled olive oil. Perfect for sharing or enjoying solo, this mezze plate transforms snacking into an artful experience that’s sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Pita Bread (whole wheat preferred)
- 2 tbsp Za’atar Spice Blend
- 1 cup Hummus (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp Tahini
- 1 cup Fresh Vegetables (bell peppers, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes)
- 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- ¼ cup Feta Cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut pita bread into triangles and brush with olive oil. Sprinkle za’atar generously on top.
- Place pita triangles on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- While the pita is toasting, prepare your dips by scooping hummus into a bowl and drizzling tahini and lemon juice over it.
- Slice bell peppers, chop cucumbers, and halve cherry tomatoes. Arrange them on a serving platter.
- Once the pita is ready, arrange it alongside the dips and fresh veggies. Drizzle with olive oil and add feta if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the platter (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added variety, try using spiced hummus or add olives. Store leftovers in airtight containers; reheat pita briefly in a toaster or oven.