Description
These Roasted Beet Chickpea Wraps with Tahini Lemon Sauce are a vibrant and nutritious vegan lunch option. Packed with roasted beets, protein-rich chickpeas, fresh mixed greens, and a creamy, tangy tahini lemon dressing, these wraps offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Easy to prepare, they are ideal for meal prep or a quick, wholesome meal.
Ingredients
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Wrap Filling:
- 2 medium beets, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
- 2 cups mixed greens or baby spinach
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 4 large whole wheat or spinach wraps
Tahini Lemon Sauce:
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2–3 tablespoons water (to thin)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Roast the beets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the diced beets with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin, ensuring they are evenly coated. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the beets are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Prepare the chickpeas: While the beets roast, pat the chickpeas dry with a paper towel. Optionally, for extra texture, you can sauté the chickpeas in a skillet with a little oil over medium heat, seasoning with salt and paprika to taste, until slightly crispy.
- Make the tahini lemon sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, fresh lemon juice, maple syrup or honey, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water, stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and pourable.
- Assemble the wraps: Lay out each tortilla flat. Start layering with mixed greens, followed by shredded carrots, thinly sliced red onion, roasted beets, and chickpeas. Drizzle generously with the tahini lemon sauce.
- Wrap and serve: Roll up each tortilla tightly and slice in half diagonally. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor, or wrap in parchment paper and chill for up to 24 hours for convenient meal prep.
Notes
- For added crunch, roast chickpeas alongside the beets.
- Incorporate avocado or cucumber slices for extra freshness.
- The tahini lemon sauce doubles as a delicious dip for veggies.
