Spicy Pita Crisps Chips Served with Salsa Fresca
Transform your snack game with this irresistible recipe for Spicy Pita Crisps Chips served with Salsa Fresca! These crunchy, oven-baked pita chips are seasoned with a bold blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne pepper for the perfect kick of heat. Paired with a zesty, homemade salsa fresca featuring juicy tomatoes, crisp red onion, fiery jalapeño, and a splash of lime juice, this duo is a match made in snacking heaven. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, this recipe is ideal for entertaining, a cozy movie night, or a healthy afternoon treat. Discover how effortless it is to whip up this vibrant, crowd-pleasing appetizer in under 30 minutes!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces whole wheat pita bread
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 medium tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 medium jalapeño
- 0.25 cup cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Cut each pita bread into 8 triangles, separating the layers if desired for thinner chips.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Place the pita triangles on a large baking sheet in a single layer and brush each with the spiced olive oil mixture.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the pita chips are golden and crispy. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
Step 6
While the pita chips bake, prepare the salsa fresca. Dice the tomatoes and finely chop the red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
Step 7
In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
Step 8
Add the lime juice and salt to the salsa mixture, and stir well to combine. Adjust seasonings to taste.
Step 9
Remove the pita chips from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve the crispy pita chips alongside the fresh salsa fresca for a flavorful snack!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (966.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1183.4 |
| Total Fat 48.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4581.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 173.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.7g | |
| Protein 30.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 132.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1905.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories