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Greek Chickpea Wraps With Tzatziki – Fresh, Satisfying, and Easy

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Chickpeas: 2 cans (15 oz each), drained and rinsed
  • Olive oil: 2–3 tablespoons
  • Spices for chickpeas: Ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Wrap base: 6–8 Greek pitas or large tortillas (or sturdy lettuce leaves for low-carb)
  • Fresh vegetables: 1 English cucumber, 2 medium tomatoes (or a handful of cherry tomatoes), 1 small red onion
  • Leafy greens: Romaine, baby spinach, or arugula
  • Fresh herbs: Dill and/or parsley, plus optional mint
  • Feta cheese: Crumbled (optional but highly recommended)
  • Lemon: 1–2, for zest and juice
  • Tzatziki ingredients: Greek yogurt (2 cups), cucumber (grated), garlic (2–3 cloves), fresh dill, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper
  • Optional add-ins: Kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, pepperoncini

Method
 

  1. Make the tzatziki first: Grate half a large cucumber on the coarse side of a grater. Squeeze out excess water using a clean towel or paper towels until mostly dry. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, a squeeze of lemon, a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust with more lemon or salt. Chill while you prep everything else.
  2. Prep the veggies: Slice the remaining cucumber into half-moons, chop tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, and wash and dry your greens. Chop parsley and extra dill. If using olives or roasted red peppers, slice them.
  3. Season the chickpeas: Pat the chickpeas dry with a towel for better browning. In a bowl, toss chickpeas with olive oil, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper to taste, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like heat.
  4. Crisp the chickpeas: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add chickpeas and cook 6–8 minutes, shaking occasionally, until lightly crisp and fragrant. Finish with a squeeze of lemon and a pinch more salt. For extra texture, let them sit undisturbed for a minute at a time to sear.
  5. Warm the wraps: In a dry pan or directly over a low gas flame, warm pitas or tortillas until soft and pliable. Keep them stacked under a clean towel to stay warm.
  6. Assemble: Spread a generous layer of tzatziki over each wrap. Add a handful of greens, a scoop of chickpeas, cucumber, tomato, and onion. Sprinkle with chopped herbs and crumbled feta. Add olives or peppers if using.
  7. Finish and fold: Add a light drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon. Fold the sides in and roll tightly, or fold like a taco if using smaller pitas. Serve immediately while warm.