Pita Chips
Pita chips are a crispy, savory snack made from baked pita bread wedges, seasoned with olive oil and Mediterranean herbs. They offer a lighter, whole-grain alternative to potato chips and pair well with dips like hummus or tzatziki. Ideal for parties, appetizers, or healthy snacking, they deliver a satisfying crunch with aromatic depth.
Taste: Savory, herbal, lightly garlicky, with a toasted nuttiness and subtle earthy warmth from oregano; crisp texture with no sweetnessTotal Time: 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min baking & cooling)Servings: 2Suitable For: Adults, teens, health-conscious eaters, gluten-tolerant individuals; not suitable for celiac or gluten-free diets unless GF pita is usedBudget: $1.50–$2.50 USD per batch (using store-bought pita; homemade pita reduces cost further)
Ingredients
- 4 pieces of plain pita bread (about 15 cm diameter)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- optional: pinch of paprika or sumac for color and tang
Nutrition
CaloriesApprox. 280 kcal per serving (4 pita chips)
Protein6 g (from wheat flour and trace sesame in some pitas)
Fat16 g (mostly monounsaturated from olive oil)
Carbohydrates30 g (complex carbs from whole wheat if used)
VitaminsVitamin E (from olive oil), B vitamins (thiamine, niacin from enriched flour)
Fiber2–3 g (higher if whole wheat pita used)
Tips
- Use slightly stale pita for better crispness—fresh pita may steam and soften during baking
- Do not skip the cooling step; chips will remain chewy if eaten warm
- For extra flavor, brush with lemon zest-infused oil before baking
- Store in dry environment—humidity makes them lose crunch within hours
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