Grilled Mediterranean Flatbread with Za'atar and Vegetables
This grilled Mediterranean flatbread is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The flatbread is made with whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, warm water, and olive oil, and is then grilled until golden brown. Once the flatbread is cooked, it is topped with a za'atar spice blend and grilled vegetables, such as zucchini, red bell pepper, and onion. The za'atar spice blend gives the flatbread a flavorful and earthy taste, while the grilled vegetables add a touch of sweetness and crunch.
The origins of this grilled Mediterranean flatbread recipe are lost to the sands of time, but it is believed to have been developed centuries ago in the Middle East. Flatbreads were one of the earliest forms of bread, and they were often cooked over an open fire. The za'atar spice blend is also a traditional Middle Eastern spice blend that has been used for centuries to flavor food. The combination of the flatbread and the za'atar spice blend creates a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion.
Grilled Mediterranean Flatbread with Za'atar and Vegetables Grilled Mediterranean Flatbread with Za'atar and Vegetables Grilled Mediterranean Flatbread with Za'atar and Vegetables Grilled Mediterranean Flatbread with Za'atar and Vegetables
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup za'atar spice blend
  • 1/2 cup grilled zucchini
  • 1/2 cup grilled red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup grilled onion
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add the warm water and olive oil and stir until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes.
  4. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces.
  5. Roll out each piece of dough into a 12-inch circle.
  6. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
  7. Grill the flatbreads for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  8. Spread the za'atar spice blend over the flatbreads and top with the grilled vegetables.
Why It Works
  • The whole wheat flour gives the flatbread a hearty and nutritious taste.
  • The baking powder helps the flatbread to rise and become fluffy.
  • The salt adds flavor to the flatbread.
  • The warm water helps the ingredients to bind together and form a dough.
  • The olive oil helps to keep the flatbread moist and flavorful.
  • The za'atar spice blend gives the flatbread a flavorful and earthy taste.
  • The grilled vegetables add a touch of sweetness and crunch to the flatbread.