Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2 unit

cucumber

chopped

2 unit

tomato

chopped

0.25 cup

fresh parsley

snipped

2 tbsp

white wine vinegar

3 tbsp

olive oil

0.13 tsp

salt

0.13 tsp

black pepper

coarse

15 unit

chickpeas

drained

0.5 cup

tahini

4 unit

garlic

minced

1 tbsp

lemon juice

0.25 tsp

salt

8 unit

pita bread

rounds

0.19 tsp

ground red pepper

Step 1
~5 min

Peel cucumbers (optional).

Step 2
~5 min

Chop cucumbers and tomatoes.

Step 3
~5 min

Combine cucumbers, tomatoes, parsley, vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and black pepper in a bowl.

Step 4
~5 min

Cover and chill the salad.

Step 5
~5 min

Wrap pita rounds in foil.

Step 6
~5 min

Heat pita bread in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 30 minutes, or until warm.

Step 7
~5 min

Drain chickpeas, reserving the liquid.

Step 8
~5 min

Combine chickpeas, tahini, and garlic in a food processor.

Step 9
~5 min

Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to the food processor.

Step 10
~5 min

Process until smooth, adding chickpea liquid until the hummus reaches a thick oatmeal consistency.

Step 11
~5 min

Cut warm pita rounds into wedges.

Step 12
~5 min

Spoon hummus onto plates.

Step 13
~5 min

Drizzle with remaining olive oil and sprinkle with ground red pepper.

Step 14
~5 min

Serve hummus with cucumber and tomato salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier salad, add more ground red pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Garnish with fresh mint leaves for added freshness.

Serve with a dollop of plain yogurt for extra creaminess.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Salad can be made a day ahead. Hummus can be made 2-3 days ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with warm pita wedges.

Offer a side of olives or pickles.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled halloumi cheese
Falafel

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Middle East

Cultural Significance

A staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, often served as part of a mezze platter.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Summer
Picnic
Potluck
Lunch
Dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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