# Components:
→ 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
# Directions:
01 - Combine tahini and lemon juice in a food processor and blend for 1 minute until creamy.
02 - Incorporate olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, and sea salt into the mixture; process for 30 seconds.
03 - Add chickpeas and process for 1 minute, scraping the sides down as needed. Add 2 tablespoons cold water and blend until smooth and fluffy, adding more water to adjust consistency.
04 - Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice as preferred. Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and optionally garnish with paprika or sesame seeds.
05 - Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water; let rest 5 minutes until frothy.
06 - Mix flour, salt, and olive oil with the yeast mixture until a dough forms.
07 - Knead dough on a floured surface for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth.
08 - Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
09 - Preheat oven to 475°F and place a baking stone or tray inside to heat.
10 - Punch down dough, divide into 6 portions, and roll each into a 1/4-inch thick circle.
11 - Place dough circles on the hot baking surface and bake for 3 to 4 minutes until puffed and lightly golden.
12 - Cover baked pitas with a clean kitchen towel to maintain softness.
13 - Wash and cut carrots, cucumber, red and yellow bell peppers into sticks or strips; arrange with cherry tomatoes on a platter.
14 - Place hummus in a serving bowl, surround with warm pita bread wedges and vegetable sticks.
