Grilled Shrimp and Pitas with Chickpea Puree
Elevate your next meal with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Grilled Shrimp and Pitas with Chickpea Puree. Perfect for a quick dinner or casual entertaining, this dish combines smoky, marinated shrimp grilled to perfection with velvety chickpea puree, infused with tahini, garlic, and zesty lemon. The pillowy pitas make the ideal base for soaking up all the flavors, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a bright finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is easy, colorful, and nutrient-packed. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or craving a light, wholesome meal, this dish is a must-try.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 Pitas
- 1 15-ounce can Canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons Tahini
- 1 clove Garlic (for puree)
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for chickpea puree)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (for puree, fresh)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic (2 cloves), lemon juice, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the shrimp and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the fridge for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the chickpea puree. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, garlic (1 clove), water, olive oil (2 tablespoons), and lemon juice (1 tablespoon). Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt to taste and set aside.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated shrimp onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque and fully cooked. Remove from heat.
Lightly warm the pitas on the grill or in a dry skillet for about 1 minute on each side.
To serve, spread a generous spoonful of chickpea puree onto each pita. Top with grilled shrimp and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 215 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 1231 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.6 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 740 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 2683.1 mg | 14906% | |
| Potassium | 758 mg | 16% | |
*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.
