# What You'll Need:
→ Hummus
01 - 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
02 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
03 - 1/4 cup tahini
04 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
05 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
06 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
07 - 2–3 tbsp cold water
08 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
→ Homemade Pita Bread
09 - 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
10 - 2 tsp instant dry yeast
11 - 1 tsp sugar
12 - 3/4 cup warm water
13 - 1 tbsp olive oil
14 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ Veggie Sticks
15 - 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
16 - 1 cucumber, cut into sticks
17 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
18 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
19 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Combine tahini and lemon juice in a food processor. Process for 1 minute until creamy. Add olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, and salt; process for 30 seconds. Incorporate chickpeas, process for 1 minute, scraping sides as needed. Add 2 tablespoons cold water and process until smooth and fluffy, adding more water to reach desired consistency. Adjust seasoning with salt or lemon juice. Transfer to bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and optionally garnish with paprika or sesame seeds.
02 - Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water; let stand for 5 minutes until frothy. Mix in flour, salt, and olive oil until dough forms. Knead on floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth. Place dough in lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in warm place for 1 hour. Preheat oven to 475°F and place baking stone or tray inside to heat. Punch down dough, divide into 6 balls, roll each into 1/4-inch thick circles. Bake on hot baking tray 3–4 minutes until puffy and lightly golden. Cover with towel to keep soft.
03 - Wash and cut carrots, cucumber, red and yellow bell peppers into sticks or strips. Arrange vegetable sticks and cherry tomatoes on a serving platter.
04 - Place hummus in a serving bowl and surround with warm pita wedges and prepared veggie sticks for a fresh Mediterranean snack.
