Its that time of the year again. Virtual Vegan Potluck is back. Today hundreds of bloggers are posting Vegan recipes and linking up to form a chain where you can easily navigate to get to the other participating blogs.
This year I am bringing this 100% whole grain flatbread topped with juicy tomatoes and a good load of Za’atar. Za’atar is a middle eastern condiment which has sumac, dried herbs, sesame seeds and other spices. I use Israeli Za’atar from our local World Spice store. We ate the whole thing with some hot sauce. 🙂
The flatbread comes together within minutes and is ready quickly too. White whole wheat flour produces a less dense bread than regular whole wheat flour and works great for this flatbread. No dense, wheaty looking bread!
Soft, delicious and perfect to snack on or as a side. For gluten-free flatbread and pizza crust options see my pizza category here, or the my gluten-free breads here.
This is all whole grain bread. If you are not keen on strong grain flavor or texture, use half white flour and half wheat.
Check out all the appetizers, soups, mains, desserts and more that everyone is bringing to the Potluck (Clikc here to go to the collection of all blog links)!
Giveaways going on the blog right now. Becky’s Bowls cookbook (International and US giveaway), Julie’s Vegan Casseroles Cookbook (US giveaway)
Whole Grain Za’atar Tomato Flatbread
Ingredients: Makes a 12 inch flatbread
1/2 cup warm water
2 tsp sugar/maple syrup
2 tsp active yeast
3/4 cup + 2 Tbsp white wheat flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp dried herbs like thyme or rosemary or 1 Tbsp chopped fresh herbs
1 Tbsp olive oil
Toppings:
tomato slices
a generous pinch of salt
1 to 2 tsp za’atar spice blend
hot sauce (optional)
Method:
1. Combine warm water, sugar and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit until frothy. 2 minutes.
2. Combine the flour, salt, herbs in another bowl. Whisk to mix well. Add the yeast mixture. Add in the oil and mix and knead to form a soft dough. 2 to 3 minutes. (If you use a different flour, you might need less or more flour)
3. Roll the dough out into a 12 to 13 inch oval using flour. Place on parchment lined baking sheet. Spray water on it. Let the dough sit in a warm place (near the oven) for 15 minutes (30 minutes for a good rise and softer result).
4. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
5. Place tomato slices on the dough. Spray or brush olive oil. Sprinkle salt and za’atar spice blend. Bake for 17 to 18 minutes or until the edges are golden. Sprinkle more za’atar and hot sauce, slice and serve with hummus or as a side.
This is all whole grain bread. If you are not keen on strong grain flavor or the somewhat dense texture, use half unbleached white flour (all purpose) and half wheat.
Cadry says
December 12, 2014 at 10:45 amThis sounds so wonderful! I bought za’atar a few months ago, and I still haven’t opened the jar. Love this idea!
Lovlie says
December 12, 2014 at 11:06 amI’ve never had za’atar before. I’ve got to find some. Sounds delicious. This flatbread is perfect for party nibbles.
Dianne says
December 12, 2014 at 11:26 amLike Cadry, I also bought a jar of za’atar a few months ago but haven’t opened it. This recipe looks amazing and I will be making it soon!
Jenn says
December 12, 2014 at 12:35 pmThis looks amazing! Perfect for the many holiday parties coming up!
Chris says
December 12, 2014 at 1:14 pmLooks awesome. Thank you.
Shannon says
December 12, 2014 at 7:13 pmBeautiful! I love the look of the tomatoes sprinkled with the zaatar. I still have never cooked with zaatar but it sounds delicious..
Emma says
December 12, 2014 at 8:02 pmIt looks kind of like a Middle Eastern version of a focaccia! Love it.
Poppy says
December 12, 2014 at 9:34 pmIt’s like a middle eastern pizza! Looks wonderful, I love za’atar. Happy VVP!
Megan says
December 12, 2014 at 10:02 pmAnother amazing recipe – and another pic I want to dive right into!!
Kayse says
December 12, 2014 at 10:20 pmWow, this looks suuuuper delicious!
Nicole @ Fitful Focus says
December 12, 2014 at 10:40 pmWow! This looks perfect! Thank you for including links to your gluten free crust, too!
Annie says
December 12, 2014 at 11:11 pmHa! I JUST bought some za’atar and wondered what in heck I was gonna do with it! Now I know! Thanks, Richa! So glad to see you at the Potluck.
Sonia says
December 12, 2014 at 11:38 pmI seriously love your recipes Richa! I´ve been a follower since forever, you´re a big inspiration! So glad to be participating in this event with such talented food bloggers! I´m definitely making this recipe for Christmas!!!
Bianca @ ElephantasticVegan says
December 13, 2014 at 1:23 amThe flatbread looks great! I just recently bought Za’atar and I haven’t made a lot with it since. But this recipe sounds perfect for using it again.
Somer McCowan says
December 13, 2014 at 2:22 amRicha, as always, this bread looks perfect! I adore that you’ve made it whole grain and the tomatoes and spices on top are just so pretty! XOXO
Nancy | Ramsons & Bramble says
December 13, 2014 at 2:25 amI am always on the look out for 100% whole grain bread recipes and this flatbread looks fantastic! Those tomatoes look lovely, and za’atar is always a winner.
On my ‘to cook’ list!
Sophia @veggiesdontbite says
December 13, 2014 at 5:40 amFab fab fab Richa!! I’ve never had Za’atar but I’m sure it’s awesome. Topped with tomatoes and then dipped in hot sauce?! Holy moly, sounds like my kind of meal. And yes, I’d eat it as a huge meal…
jodye @ whole pure recipes says
December 13, 2014 at 7:03 amThe notion that simplest is often best seems to ring true with this tomato flatbread. I love it when a few simple ingredients can really shine!
Amy @ Parsley In My Teeth says
December 13, 2014 at 7:48 amI’ve never used za’atar but this is motivating me. Looks super delish!
[email protected] says
December 13, 2014 at 5:34 pmI have not used Za’atar before but i am sure it is delicious..I will try to get my hands on it. This is a great recipe.
Marfigs says
December 13, 2014 at 9:28 pmSo delicious looking! I may have to rope in some seasoned yeast-bakers but can’t wait to try this out 🙂
Jessica DeMarra says
December 13, 2014 at 10:04 pmI just bought a jar of za’tar for potential hummus recipes but that may have to put on hold so I can make this! Great contribution to VVP.
Caitlin says
December 13, 2014 at 11:39 pmthat flatbread looks so damn good.
Jamie says
December 14, 2014 at 2:11 amThis is sooooo beautiful and sounds so delicious!
apsara says
December 14, 2014 at 3:30 amRicha, I am a big fan of your blog, and get inspired by your recipes. So glad to be participating in my first Vegan Potluck alongside exceptional bloggers like you. The pizza looks beautiful, with unique flavors!
One question: which brand of white whole wheat flour do you use? I have baked with it and have noticed an after taste, so I tend to stick with atta.
Richa says
December 14, 2014 at 4:45 amthanks Apsara. I use king arthur or bob’s red mill. you can use atta as well. or use half wheat half white. a little white flour helps take away the strong taste if any.
Becky Striepe says
December 14, 2014 at 6:55 amThis sounds wonderful. I love an excuse to bust out the za’atar spices. Happy VVP, Richa!
ｒｉｋａ says
December 14, 2014 at 12:15 pmSo lovely to see you again on VVP! I love za’atar, such a beautiful spice blend! What a brilliant idea to use it as a topping, and this flatbread ‘pizza’ looks amazeballs!
★ ＨＡＰＰＹ ＶＶＰ ★
Alina @ Vegan Runner Eats says
December 15, 2014 at 2:52 amYour flatbread looks positively yummy, Richa! Looks like I’ll be adding another spice to my spice cabinet soon!
Ashley says
December 15, 2014 at 7:12 amMmm za’atar is one of my all-time favorite spice mixtures. I could eat this flatbread right up!
Keely @ Gormandize says
December 26, 2014 at 11:24 pmWow, that looks so good 🙂 I will definitely have to try making this, I have a big jar of za’atar in the cupboard just crying out to be used for this.
Alina says
March 20, 2015 at 5:24 amHi Richa!
I am baking this bread right now 🙂 Just placed it in the oven few seconds ago. I though would be nice to tell you how much I love your recipes 🙂 The website has a good quality, your comments are so appropriate, your whole philosophy and food ideas are just sooo beautiful and tasty. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!!
Hugs from Denmark 🙂
Alina