Vegan Lemon Tahini Wraps (Printable Version)

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

# What You'll Need:

→ Chickpea Filling

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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 freshly squeezed 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

→ For Assembly

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

# How To Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, lightly mash chickpeas with a fork, leaving some chunky texture for optimal bite and structure.
02 - Add parsley, red onion, carrot, cucumber, spinach, salt, and pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Mix well to distribute vegetables evenly throughout.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add cold water while whisking until the dressing achieves a smooth, pourable consistency.
04 - Pour the prepared dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
05 - Lay wraps on a clean surface. Place a handful of mixed salad greens down the center of each wrap. Spoon the chickpea mixture evenly over the greens.
06 - Fold in the sides of each wrap and roll tightly. Slice in half diagonally if desired for presentation.
07 - Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for additional brightness and acidity.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes - perfect for busy weekdays
  • Plant-based protein from chickpeas keeps you satisfied
  • Versatile recipe that's easy to customize with your favorite vegetables
  • Fresh, bright flavors that wake up your taste buds
  • No cooking required - just mix, assemble and enjoy
02 -
  • Make the chickpea filling a day ahead and refrigerate for even better flavor development
  • If your tahini is thick or separated, stir it well before measuring
  • For easier rolling, warm the wraps slightly before filling them
  • To keep wraps from getting soggy for lunch, pack the filling separately and assemble just before eating
  • Double the dressing recipe and save half for salads throughout the week
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