Description
These 15 minute chickpea gyros make quick vegan meals with healthy fast food alternatives for busy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and dried
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 whole wheat pitas or small pieces of naan
- 2 tablespoons 2% or full-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon grated cucumber
- Pinch of salt
- Cucumber slices
- Tomato slices
- Diced red onion
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over high flame. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and chickpeas. Stir to coat well.
- Add garlic powder, thyme, oregano, and paprika. Cook on medium-high heat for 9-10 minutes until chickpeas are golden and crispy.
- Warm up pitas slightly. Divide chickpeas between them and spoon on tzatziki sauce prepared with olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, grated cucumber, and salt.
- Top with fresh cucumber, tomato slices, and diced red onion.
Notes
- Ensure chickpeas are dried properly for a crispy texture.
- Add chili powder for a spicy version.
- Try using naan for a softer texture.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: 15 minute chickpea gyros, quick vegan meals, healthy fast food alternatives