These Vegan Turmeric Chickpea Pita Wraps are a nutritious and flavorful option for lunch or dinner. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas and vibrant turmeric, this vegan recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
The wraps are versatile and can be customized with your favorite vegetables and sauces, making them a great choice for meal prep or a quick weeknight meal.
Delicious Vegan Chickpea Pita Wraps
This recipe features spiced chickpeas sautéed with turmeric, garlic, and cumin, served in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 whole wheat pita breads
- 1 cup mixed salad greens
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tahini or your favorite sauce for drizzling
- Fresh lemon juice for serving
Instructions
- Sauté Chickpeas: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chickpeas, turmeric, cumin, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through and fragrant.
- Prepare Pita: While the chickpeas are cooking, warm the pita breads in a dry skillet or microwave until soft.
- Assemble Wraps: Spread a layer of tahini on each pita, then add a handful of salad greens, diced cucumber, and tomatoes. Top with the spiced chickpeas.
- Drizzle and Serve: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the wraps, roll them up, and serve immediately.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 wraps
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
