Vegan Lemon Tahini Wraps (Print Version)

Bright wraps filled with smashed chickpeas, crisp veggies, and a creamy lemon-tahini dressing for easy meals.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chickpea Filling

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
03 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
04 - 1 medium carrot, grated
05 - 1 small cucumber, diced
06 - 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
07 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Lemon Tahini Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons tahini
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
11 - 1 clove garlic, minced
12 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or agave nectar
13 - 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
14 - Salt to taste

→ Assembly

15 - 4 large whole wheat or gluten-free wraps
16 - 1 cup mixed salad greens
17 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How to Make:

01 - In a medium bowl, lightly mash chickpeas with a fork, leaving some chunky texture. Add parsley, red onion, carrot, cucumber, spinach, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Add water gradually, whisking until the dressing is smooth and pourable.
03 - Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss until evenly coated.
04 - Lay out wraps on a clean surface. Place a handful of salad greens down the center of each wrap. Spoon the chickpea mixture evenly over greens.
05 - Fold in the sides and roll up each wrap tightly. Slice in half if desired. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes
  • Packed with plant-based protein and fiber
  • Perfect for meal prep and on-the-go lunches
  • Customizable to your taste preferences
  • Bright, zesty flavors that satisfy and energize
02 -
  • Make the chickpea filling a day ahead and store in the refrigerator for quick assembly
  • If the tahini dressing thickens in the refrigerator, thin it with a little water or lemon juice
  • Gently warming the wraps makes them more pliable and less likely to tear
  • For meal prep, store the components separately and assemble just before eating
  • Double the dressing recipe to have extra for salads throughout the week
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