# 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 (1 large lemon)
03 - 1/4 cup tahini
04 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
→ Homemade Pita Bread
09 - 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
10 - 2 teaspoons instant dry yeast
11 - 1 teaspoon sugar
12 - 3/4 cup warm water
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
14 - 1/2 teaspoon 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
# Method:
01 - Process tahini and fresh lemon juice in a food processor for 1 minute until creamy.
02 - Add olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, and sea salt; process for 30 seconds.
03 - Add chickpeas and process for 1 minute; scrape sides, add 2 tablespoons cold water, then process until smooth and fluffy, adding more water if needed.
04 - Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice to preference; transfer hummus to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and optionally sprinkle with paprika or sesame seeds.
05 - Dissolve instant dry yeast and sugar in warm water; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
06 - Add flour, salt, and olive oil to yeast mixture; mix 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 spot for 1 hour.
09 - Preheat oven to 475°F; place baking stone or tray inside to heat.
10 - Punch down dough, divide into 6 balls, roll each to a 1/4-inch thickness circle.
11 - Place dough circles on hot baking tray; bake for 3 to 4 minutes until puffy and lightly golden.
12 - Cover baked pitas with a clean towel to retain softness.
13 - Wash and cut carrots, cucumber, and bell peppers into sticks; arrange with cherry tomatoes on a platter.
14 - Arrange hummus in a bowl and surround with warm pita wedges and prepared veggie sticks.
