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Baked Pita Chips with Za’atar

By Liz DellaCroce 33 Comments

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Baked Pita Chips with Za’atar are ideal for dipping in hummus or sprinkling over a salad. Easy to make and so much tastier than store-bought, your friends and family will love these healthy baked chips.
Hummus runs through my veins. It was the first Middle Eastern recipe I learned from my Great Aunt Vieve when I was a little girl and continues to remind me of her to this day.

Baked Pita Chips with Za’atar are so easy to make and come together in less than 30 minutes. Za’atar is a smoky, earthy Middle Eastern spice blend made with dried thyme, sumac, sesame seeds and more. It’s delicious as a rub for grilled pork, as a vinaigrette for salads or even the star ingredient for chicken tacos.

May 15th is National Hummus Day but truth be told, we celebrate every day in our house. In fact, my 2 year old could eat an entire tub of hummus any day of the week. While my son would gladly eat hummus with a giant serving spoon, I’m more of a dipper. 

 

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Of course, these baked pita chips are a method more than a specific recipe. Feel free to swap out za’atar with any of your favorite spices such as smoked paprika, cumin or garlic powder. You could even go the sweet route and try cinnamon and sugar.

What is your favorite hummus dipper? I would love to hear from you.

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Baked Pita Chips with Za'atar

Ideal for dipping in hummus or sprinkling over a salad. Easy to make and so much tastier than store-bought, your friends and family will love these healthy baked chips.
4.34 from 3 votes
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Course: Snack
Cuisine: Lebanese, middle eastern
Keyword: pita chips
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 206kcal
Author: Liz DellaCroce

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces large pita bread white or whole wheat
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons za'atar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper or cayenne for heat

Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees and line two baking sheets with foil. Spray with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Using a pair of kitchen scissors, cut the pita bread in half and then in half again. Continue doing this until you have chip-sized pieces (small triangles).
  • Place the pita triangles in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil then sprinkle with za'atar, salt and pepper.
  • Toss well until pita is evenly coated with oil and spices. This is a great time to use your hands - your best tools in the kitchen!
  • Spread pita in an even layer amongst both baking sheets and bake until golden brown and crispy, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Serve immediately or store in an air-tight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Baked Pita Chips with Za'atar
Amount Per Serving
Calories 206 Calories from Fat 65
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.2g 11%
Saturated Fat 0.9g 5%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 711mg 30%
Total Carbohydrates 28.8g 10%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g 4%
Sugars 0g
Protein 5.3g 11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Filed Under: 5 Ingredients or less, Appetizers, Baked Goods, Lebanese, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian Tagged With: za'atar

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Comments

  1. Merissa

    January 3, 2015 at 1:41 am

    Touche. Solid arguments. Keep upp the great work.

    Reply
  2. Ali | Gimme Some Oven

    September 9, 2014 at 6:36 pm

    I’m officially obsessed. SOOOOOOO GOOD!

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      September 10, 2014 at 3:02 pm

      Woohoo!!! I’m so glad you liked them!!!!! xoxo

      Reply
  3. Laurie {Simply Scratch}

    May 18, 2014 at 7:04 pm

    I will be craving these until I make them! YUM!

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 19, 2014 at 5:05 pm

      Did you make them yet? ?:)

      Reply
  4. Joanne

    May 16, 2014 at 7:08 am

    I could eat hummus all day every day, but it’s not as good without a fun pita chip to dip in it! Love that these are smothered in za’atar…one of my favorite spice blends!

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 19, 2014 at 5:07 pm

      Three cheers to all-day hummus eating!

      Reply
  5. katherines corner

    May 15, 2014 at 10:23 am


    oh my goodness I am making this!!!! I invite you to share this yumminess at my hop too. Hugs

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 19, 2014 at 5:07 pm

      I hope you like them!!

      Reply
  6. Norma | Allspice and Nutmeg

    May 14, 2014 at 8:13 pm

    Now I’m craving zataar.

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 15, 2014 at 4:08 am

      hhaha!

      Reply
  7. ATasteOfMadness

    May 14, 2014 at 3:06 pm

    I have always wanted to try to make pita chips, but for some reason it has never happened. Even though they are so simple, I really have no excuse. Yours looks great!

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 15, 2014 at 4:08 am

      Once you do it, you’ll be hooked!

      Reply
  8. Susan

    May 14, 2014 at 10:30 am

    Liz, I’m so glad to see you posting this. Pitas toasted with olive oil and za’atar have long been one of my very favorite snacks. So simple, so tasty. I hope many people will discover the delights of za’atar here.

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 15, 2014 at 4:08 am

      Enjoy Susan!! So glad to hear!

      Reply
  9. Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes

    May 13, 2014 at 7:57 pm

    I grew up with an appreciation for middle eastern food too. Though I only found out about Za’atar in the last few years. I love it now. We have it on roast chicken and vegetables all the time. I love that it is savory, sour and not too hot for the kiddos.

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 15, 2014 at 4:07 am

      I haven’t roasted a chicken with it although we use it on grilled all the time! Great idea!

      Reply
  10. Karen (Back Road Journal)

    May 13, 2014 at 7:31 pm

    Hummus and pita chips…I don’t know anyone who doesn’t love this appetizer. :)

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 15, 2014 at 4:07 am

      You and me both. ;)

      Reply
  11. julia

    May 13, 2014 at 6:39 pm

    National Hummus day–count me in!! I love these pita chips–za’atar is one of my favorite things to use to spice up salads & pita chips! These would make hummus that much better.

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 15, 2014 at 4:07 am

      I knew you’d like this holiday!

      Reply
  12. Michelle Lahey

    May 13, 2014 at 1:31 pm

    National Hummus Day is a holiday I am totally down to celebrate! ;) I love dipping pita chips in hummus, but I’m also a big fan of just using fresh, unbaked pita.

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 15, 2014 at 4:09 am

      Yes I love fresh pita too!

      Reply
  13. Sadye

    May 13, 2014 at 1:25 pm

    For me, nothing beats the warm pita bread you’ll get at a restaurant. I look forward to testing these, though, to see how they stack up!

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 13, 2014 at 1:30 pm

      Oh man there is NOTHING better than warm pita!!

      Reply
  14. Ashley M. | Our Full Table

    May 13, 2014 at 11:00 am

    I’ve never made my own hummas but I may have to try since it can be pretty spendy sometimes,

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 13, 2014 at 1:32 pm

      I love making my own but we go through so much that I also like a stash of Sabra in the fridge for insurance – hahaha. Let me know if you try these!

      Reply
  15. Jenna

    May 13, 2014 at 10:38 am

    These look insanely good. Full of flavor!

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 13, 2014 at 1:32 pm

      Thank you so much Jenna!

      Reply
  16. Erin | The Law Student's Wife

    May 13, 2014 at 8:45 am

    We are hummus fiends in this household! Love the idea of making my own healthy version of pita chips with the sassy spice.

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 13, 2014 at 1:34 pm

      Sassy is my favorite word!! :)

      Reply
  17. Chelsea @ A Duck's Oven

    May 13, 2014 at 7:14 am

    Yum! I love hummus and pita chips, too. There’s a Greek hole-in-the-wall in Portland that makes the best pita chips I’ve ever had, and I’ve thought about making my own to see if they’d be as good. I’ll have to finally give it a try :)

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      May 13, 2014 at 1:34 pm

      Oh my goodness I’d love to try the Greek version!!!

      Reply

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