Description
Delicious Spring Flatbreads with Feta are a quick and easy recipe featuring soft, golden flatbreads topped with creamy feta cheese, fresh peas, crunchy radishes, and vibrant herbs. Perfect for a light lunch, appetizer, or side dish, these flavorful flatbreads combine fresh spring ingredients with a simple homemade dough cooked on the stovetop.
Ingredients
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For the Flatbread Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for a healthier option)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for brushing)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional, for added flavor)
For the Toppings
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- 4-5 radishes, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (parsley, mint, and dill work wonderfully)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for drizzling)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lemon zest (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Flatbread Dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt to create a uniform mixture.
- Add liquid ingredients and knead: Pour in the warm water and olive oil, then mix together until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Divide and rest the dough: Divide the dough into 4 equal portions, roll each into a ball, and let them rest under a damp cloth for 15-20 minutes to relax the gluten.
- Roll out the flatbreads: After resting, roll each dough ball into a thin circle or oval about 6-8 inches in diameter using a rolling pin.
- Heat the pan and prepare for cooking: Heat a cast-iron skillet or non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Lightly brush each flatbread with olive oil.
- Cook the flatbreads: Place each flatbread in the hot pan and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, until puffed and golden brown with some dark spots. Remove from the pan and keep warm.
- Prepare the toppings: Toss peas with olive oil, salt, and pepper. If frozen, thaw or warm them gently in the microwave. Thinly slice radishes and chop fresh herbs.
- Crumble feta cheese: Break the feta into small pieces ready for topping.
- Assemble the flatbreads: Place the cooked flatbreads on a serving platter. Evenly spread crumbled feta over each one.
- Add vegetables and herbs: Top with peas, radish slices, and fresh herbs for bright flavor and texture.
- Drizzle and season: Drizzle olive oil over the toppings and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add optional garnish: For extra freshness, grate lemon zest over the flatbreads. You may also add extra olive oil or serve with tzatziki or yogurt as a dip.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm, perfect as a light lunch, appetizer, or side dish.
Notes
- Using whole wheat flour can add a nuttier flavor and more fiber to the flatbreads.
- If you don’t have a cast-iron skillet, a non-stick frying pan works well for cooking the flatbreads.
- The dough resting step is important to ensure tender and pliable flatbreads.
- Feel free to customize the herbs and toppings based on what’s fresh and available.
- These flatbreads are best enjoyed warm but can be reheated gently in a pan or oven.
