Pita bread with hummus

Pita bread with hummus is a classic Middle Eastern pairing where soft, pocketed flatbread is used to scoop up creamy, seasoned chickpea dip. The dish typically features pita made from wheat flour, water, yeast, and salt, while hummus is crafted from blended chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. It originates from the Eastern Mediterranean and Levant regions, with deep roots in Arab, Israeli, and Greek cuisines.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This combination is balanced, offering complex carbohydrates from the pita, plant-based protein and healthy fats from the hummus, and dietary fiber from chickpeas. A typical serving (one pita with 2-3 tablespoons of hummus) provides around 250-350 calories, along with key nutrients like iron, folate, and magnesium.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	26 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	380 mg
Iron	2 mg
Calcium	40 mg
Potassium	150 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.15 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Zinc	0.8 mg

Per 1 large pita (60 g) + 2 tbsp hummus (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this pairing represents a centuries-old tradition of communal eating and hospitality in the Middle East, often served as part of a meze spread. Nutritionally, it's a complete plant-based protein source when combined, making it a staple for vegetarians and vegans long before it became a global health food trend.