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.
Alina
Hi 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
Keely @ Gormandize
Wow, 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.
Ashley
Mmm za’atar is one of my all-time favorite spice mixtures. I could eat this flatbread right up!
Alina @ Vegan Runner Eats
Your flatbread looks positively yummy, Richa! Looks like I’ll be adding another spice to my spice cabinet soon!
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So 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!
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Becky Striepe
This sounds wonderful. I love an excuse to bust out the za’atar spices. Happy VVP, Richa!
apsara
Richa, 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
thanks 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.
Jamie
This is sooooo beautiful and sounds so delicious!
Caitlin
that flatbread looks so damn good.
Jessica DeMarra
I 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.
Marfigs
So delicious looking! I may have to rope in some seasoned yeast-bakers but can’t wait to try this out 🙂
Nidhi@peppergarlickitchen
I 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.
Amy @ Parsley In My Teeth
I’ve never used za’atar but this is motivating me. Looks super delish!
jodye @ whole pure recipes
The 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!
Sophia @veggiesdontbite
Fab 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…
Nancy | Ramsons & Bramble
I 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!
Somer McCowan
Richa, 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
Bianca @ ElephantasticVegan
The 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.
Sonia
I 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!!!
Annie
Ha! 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.
Nicole @ Fitful Focus
Wow! This looks perfect! Thank you for including links to your gluten free crust, too!
Kayse
Wow, this looks suuuuper delicious!
Megan
Another amazing recipe – and another pic I want to dive right into!!
Poppy
It’s like a middle eastern pizza! Looks wonderful, I love za’atar. Happy VVP!
Emma
It looks kind of like a Middle Eastern version of a focaccia! Love it.
Shannon
Beautiful! I love the look of the tomatoes sprinkled with the zaatar. I still have never cooked with zaatar but it sounds delicious..
Chris
Looks awesome. Thank you.
Jenn
This looks amazing! Perfect for the many holiday parties coming up!
Dianne
Like 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!
Lovlie
I’ve never had za’atar before. I’ve got to find some. Sounds delicious. This flatbread is perfect for party nibbles.
Cadry
This sounds so wonderful! I bought za’atar a few months ago, and I still haven’t opened the jar. Love this idea!