Homemade Pita Chips Tzatziki (Printable)

Enjoy golden pita chips and cool tzatziki for a delightful, easy Mediterranean-inspired snack.

# What You Need:

→ Pita Chips

01 - 4 large pita breads
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

→ Tzatziki

06 - 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
07 - 1/2 large cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
08 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
09 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped or 1 teaspoon dried dill
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Slice each pita bread into 8 evenly-sized triangles.
03 - Arrange pita triangles in a single layer on a baking sheet. Brush both sides with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika if desired.
04 - Bake pita chips for 10 to 12 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp. Let cool completely.
05 - In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until thoroughly blended.
06 - Cover and refrigerate the prepared tzatziki for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
07 - Arrange cooled pita chips alongside the chilled tzatziki. Serve as a refreshing snack.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • If you've ever wished for a snack that tastes like vacation, this is it.
  • Homemade pita chips are so easy — and way crunchier than store-bought.
02 -
  • Don't skip squeezing out the cucumber—otherwise, the dip waters down quickly.
  • Brushing olive oil evenly on both sides is what makes the chips truly crunchy.
03 -
  • Bake the pita chips in a single layer for maximum crispiness—stacking leads to soggy spots.
  • Let the tzatziki chill longer if you have time; the flavors intensify and become deeper.
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