Chickpea Salad Pockets
Elevate your lunch game with these vibrant and nourishing Chickpea Salad Pockets, a quick and easy vegetarian recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes! Bursting with the fresh flavors of crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty lemon juice, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is a refreshing twist on the classic salad wrap. Packed inside soft whole wheat pita pockets, the chickpea salad is complemented by a medley of fresh parsley and optional crumbled feta for an extra layer of creaminess. Perfect for meal prep or a healthy on-the-go meal, these pockets are loaded with protein, fiber, and crunchy mixed greens, making them as satisfying as they are nutritious. Serve with a side of hummus or tzatziki for the ultimate flavor pairing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita pockets
- 1 cup Mixed greens or spinach
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced cucumber, cherry tomato halves, finely chopped red onion, and fresh chopped parsley.
Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture, then sprinkle in the salt and ground black pepper.
Toss the salad gently until all ingredients are well combined. If using, fold in the crumbled feta cheese for added creaminess and flavor.
Cut each pita pocket in half to create openings and gently warm the pita halves if desired.
Stuff each pita half with a small handful of mixed greens or spinach, followed by the chickpea salad mixture.
Optional: Serve with a side of hummus or tzatziki sauce for dipping.
Enjoy your Chickpea Salad Pockets fresh for the best taste and texture!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1904 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.6 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 5136 mg | 223% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 257.1 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.9 g | 160% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.3 g | ||
| Protein | 74.9 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1052 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 2757 mg | 59% | |
*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.
