Southwest Pita Crisps
Elevate your snacking game with Southwest Pita Crisps—a bold, flavor-packed alternative to standard chips or crackers. Made with wholesome whole wheat pita bread, these crispy wedges are generously seasoned with a vibrant blend of chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and garlic powder for a zesty Southwestern kick. The simple combination of olive oil and spices ensures every piece is coated to perfection before being baked to golden, crunchy bliss in just 10 minutes. Serve them warm or at room temperature with your favorite dips like guacamole, salsa, or hummus, or enjoy them as a satisfying stand-alone snack. Perfect for parties, game nights, or any time you crave a healthier, homemade treat bursting with spice and crunch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Cut each pita bread into 8 wedges by slicing them in half, then into quarters, and finally into eighths.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and ground black pepper to create a Southwest seasoning blend.
Place the pita wedges in a large mixing bowl and drizzle the seasoned olive oil mixture over them. Toss well until each piece is evenly coated.
Spread the seasoned pita wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring none are overlapping for optimal crispiness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, flipping the wedges halfway through, until they are golden brown and crisp.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the pita crisps cool for a few minutes before serving. The crisps will become even crunchier as they cool.
Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite dips, or enjoy as a standalone snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1038 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.9 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1358 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.9 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 521 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
