Loaded Hummus Pitas
Learn expert assembly tips for a balanced and flavorful hummus and pita bread meal. Maximize taste and minimize mess with this ultimate guide!
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 pitas
Calories 345 kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cucumber diced into small ¼-inch pieces
- 1 cup grape tomatoes sliced in half
- 1/4 red onion diced
- 8 kalamata olives
- 1 Tbsp chopped parsley
- 2 oz. feta, crumbled
- 4 pitas
- 1 cup hummus
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
Instructions
Vegetable Preparation: Dice the cucumber into small ¼-inch pieces. Slice the grape tomatoes in half. Dice the red onion. Roughly chop the parsley and crumble the feta. Creating a consistent size for all diced vegetables is important. I learned through testing that a uniform ¼-inch dice ensures an even distribution of flavor and texture in every single bite.
Pita Assembly: To assemble the pitas, spread ¼ cup hummus over the surface of each pita. Top with cucumber, tomato, red onion, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Finish with a little crumbled feta, chopped parsley, and a light drizzle of olive oil. These loaded hummus pitas are now ready to serve.
This recipe yields 4 satisfying hummus pitas, perfect for a light lunch or a quick dinner. I have learned that the key to enjoying these pitas lies in serving them fresh, as the pita can become soggy if left for too long.
For optimal enjoyment, I recommend preparing the components separately and assembling the pitas just before serving. Leftover diced vegetables should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Storing them this way keeps them crisp and prevents them from drying out. Hummus should also be refrigerated and will last for up to a week.
To spice things up, I sometimes make a harissa-spiked hummus variation. I tested this with different levels of harissa, and I recommend starting with a small amount. Add it to your hummus until you reach your desired level of heat.
Calories: 345kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 13gFat: 13gSodium: 814mgFiber: 6g
Keyword mediterranean, pita