Easy Middle Eastern Recipes for Beginners: Spiced Chickpea Wraps

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 whole wheat wraps or pita bread
• 1 cup fresh spinach or mixed greens
• 1/2 cup diced cucumber
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup tahini sauce
• Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, olive oil, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper, then toss until the chickpeas are evenly coated.
3. Spread the seasoned chickpeas onto the prepared baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 20 minutes, or until they are crispy and golden brown.
4. While the chickpeas are roasting, prepare the wraps by laying out the whole wheat wraps or pita bread on a clean surface.
5. Once the chickpeas are ready, layer fresh spinach or mixed greens, diced cucumber, and diced tomatoes onto each wrap.
6. Add a generous spoonful of roasted chickpeas on top of the veggies, then drizzle with tahini sauce and squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything.
7. Wrap the ingredients tightly and slice in half to serve. Enjoy your easy Middle Eastern spiced chickpea wraps!