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Pita crisps

Recipe Information

Description:
Pita crisps is a delicious Middle Eastern recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 20 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 18 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 18
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 15 Minutes
Total Time 20 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Pita Bread
Category Rice & Grains
Meal Snack
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 3 whole-wheat pita breads (6-inches in diameter)

  • 1/4 cup finely snipped fresh parsley

  • 2 finely chopped green onions

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

  • 3/4 teaspoon crumbled dried basil

  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary

  • 1 medium garlic clove, minced

  • Olive oilcooking spray

  • 2 tablespoons grated or shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.

  • Completely open the pocket of each portion of pita bread to form two separate layers.

  • Mix together the next six ingredients (parsley through garlic) in a small bowl. Spread equal portions of the seasoned mixture onto each layer of pita bread then coat the tops with olive oil spray.

  • Sprinkle the bread with Parmesan cheese, then cut each pita layer into six wedges.

  • Place the wedges onto an ungreased baking sheet, and bake until crisp (approximately 10-15 minutes). Serve immediately while still warm.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 33 cal

  • Total fat: <1g

  • Saturated fat: 0g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 1mg

  • Sodium: 63mg

  • Carbohydrate: 6g

  • Fiber: 1g

  • Sugar: 0g

  • Protein: 1g