Chickpea Salad Pitas
Transform your lunchtime routine with these flavorful Chickpea Salad Pitas, a refreshing and protein-packed meal that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Bursting with the vibrant crunch of diced celery, red bell pepper, and red onion, this recipe combines wholesome chickpeas with a zesty lemon-Dijon dressing for a satisfying, plant-based bite. Fresh parsley adds a pop of herbal brightness, while warm pita pockets and crisp mixed greens make every bite irresistibly delicious. Perfect for a quick lunch, meal prep, or an easy on-the-go snack, these vegan pitas are a delightful way to enjoy simple ingredients in a creative, nutritious package. Enjoy the balance of textures and flavors in this hassle-free recipe that’s as good for your taste buds as it is for your busy schedule!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas
- 2 stalks celery
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 0.25 cup (finely diced) red onion
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces pita bread
- 2 cups mixed greens or lettuce
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water.
Transfer the chickpeas to a medium-sized mixing bowl and lightly mash them using a fork or potato masher. Leave some chunks for texture.
Dice the celery and red bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces. Add them to the bowl with the mashed chickpeas.
Finely dice the red onion and chop the parsley. Add them to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss well to combine all the ingredients.
Cut each pita bread in half to create pockets, and carefully open them without tearing.
Stuff the pita pockets with a handful of mixed greens or lettuce, then spoon in the chickpea salad until full.
Serve immediately or wrap tightly in foil or parchment paper for a portable meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.2 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3585 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.1 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.6 g | 134% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.1 g | ||
| Protein | 46.5 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 363 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2042 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
