Healthy Chickpea Lettuce Wraps
Chickpeas are a great source of plant-based protein and are commonly used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.
This is vegan, gluten free, high protein and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 25 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Ingredients
- 1 can Chickpeas
- 1 head Lettuce
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 small Cucumber
- 1 small Red onion
- 1 bunch Fresh cilantro
- 1 juice of Lime
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced red bell pepper, grated carrot, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss well to combine.
- Separate the lettuce leaves and wash them thoroughly.
- Spoon the chickpea mixture onto each lettuce leaf.
- Serve the lettuce wraps as a healthy and delicious appetizer or main course.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 10g20%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.