Healthy Recipes
Easy Whole-Wheat Pita & Flatbread
Makes 8 pitas · About 2 hours
A soft, nutty everyday flatbread that puffs in a hot oven and pairs naturally with Mediterranean and Middle Eastern meals.
Plant-ForwardBuilt around plant foods and everyday ingredients.
Whole-Food FocusDesigned to make nutrient-dense choices easier.
Flavor FirstHerbs, spices and aromatics bring satisfying flavor.
Everyday WellnessA practical recipe for a balanced eating pattern.
Ingredients
- 200 g whole-wheat flour
- 200 g bread flour or all-purpose flour
- 295 g warm water
- 1¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Directions
- Combine both flours, yeast and salt. Add the warm water and olive oil and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead by hand or mixer for about 5–7 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise about 1 hour, or until noticeably puffy.
- Divide into 8 equal pieces and shape into balls. Cover and rest 20–30 minutes.
- Place a baking stone, steel or heavy sheet pan in the oven and preheat to 500°F.
- Roll each piece into a 6–7 inch round about ⅛ inch thick. Keep the remaining pieces covered.
- Bake one or two at a time on the hot surface for about 2–4 minutes, until puffed and lightly browned. Flip for the final 30–60 seconds if needed.
- Transfer immediately to a clean towel and cover loosely so the pitas stay soft.
Pairs Well With
Good companions for serving this recipe:
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Nutrition values are estimates and may vary by ingredient brand, portion size and preparation.