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Whole Wheat Pita Chips With Garbanzo Bean-Cumin Dip
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 cups garbanzo beans
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 whole wheat pita bread rounds
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Pita Chips:
- Cut each whole wheat pita bread round horizontally along folded edges, forming 4 rounds in total.
- Stack the pita rounds on your work surface and cut the stack into 8 wedges, making 32 wedges in total.
- Place the pita wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet.
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Bake the pita wedges until they are crisp and golden, about 10 minutes. Once done, let them cool completely.
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Toast Cumin:
- In a small dry skillet, stir the ground cumin over medium-low heat until fragrant, which usually takes about 30 seconds. Be careful not to burn it. Once fragrant, remove from heat.
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Prepare Garbanzo Bean-Cumin Dip:
- In a food processor, combine the garbanzo beans, 3 tablespoons of the reserved garbanzo bean liquid, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and the toasted cumin.
- Puree the mixture until smooth, adding more garbanzo bean liquid by tablespoonfuls if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- Season the dip to taste with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl.
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Serve:
- The pita chips and dip can be prepared up to 4 days ahead. Store the chips in a resealable plastic bag at room temperature, and cover and refrigerate the dip.
- When ready to serve, arrange the pita chips around the bowl of garbanzo bean-cumin dip, creating an inviting presentation.
Enjoy the delightful crunch of the whole wheat pita chips paired with the creamy and flavorful garbanzo bean-cumin dip! This recipe is not only delicious but also packed with healthy ingredients, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. 🎉
