Description
Enjoy these fresh and flavorful Herb Chickpea Salad Pitas, a quick and nutritious meal packed with protein, fiber, and vibrant herbs. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this customizable dish is easy to make and full of Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt or tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup cucumber, finely diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 2 whole wheat pita breads, halved
- Lettuce or spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chickpeas: Mash the chickpeas in a large bowl with a fork or potato masher, leaving some texture.
- Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt or tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Chop the Vegetables and Herbs: Dice the red onion, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the parsley, dill, and mint.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped vegetables and herbs to the mashed chickpeas. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Assemble the Pitas: Cut the pita bread in half and gently open the pockets. Fill each half with the chickpea salad. Add lettuce or spinach if desired.
- Serve & Enjoy: Enjoy immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes for enhanced flavors.
Notes
- Dairy-Free Option: Use tahini or a dairy-free yogurt alternative.
- Extra Protein: Add crumbled feta cheese or toasted nuts/seeds.
- Spicy Variation: Mix in crushed red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- Serving Alternatives: Use as a salad topping, in a wrap, or with gluten-free bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: no cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: chickpea salad pita, healthy vegetarian lunch, Mediterranean chickpea salad, easy meal prep pitas, no-cook chickpea recipe