Spicy Buffalo Chickpea Wraps
Vegan and gluten-free spicy buffalo chickpea wraps with fresh veggies and dressing.
These wraps feature spicy buffalo chickpeas paired with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing, all wrapped in a gluten-free tortilla. This vegan and gluten-free meal is both flavorful and satisfying, perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Servings: 4 wraps
Full Ingredient List
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup sliced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 4 gluten-free tortillas
- Salt
- Black pepper
Buffalo Chickpeas and Dressing
Tools and Equipment
- bowl
- frying pan
- spoon
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
| Quantity | Name | Preparation Notes | Substitutions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 15-ounce can | chickpeas | drained and rinsed | white beans |
| 1 tablespoon | olive oil | coconut oil | |
| 2 tablespoons | hot sauce | sriracha | |
| 1 tablespoon | maple syrup | agave nectar | |
| 1 teaspoon | smoked paprika | regular paprika | |
| 1/2 teaspoon | garlic powder | fresh garlic | |
| 1/4 cup | tahini | almond butter | |
| 1 tablespoon | lemon juice | freshly squeezed | lime juice |
| 2 tablespoons | water |
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine drained chickpeas, olive oil, hot sauce, maple syrup, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Stir to coat chickpeas evenly. (Tips: Adjust hot sauce amount for desired spiciness.)
- Step 2: Heat a frying pan over medium heat and cook the chickpeas until they are warmed through and slightly crispy, about 5-7 minutes. (Tips: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.)
- Step 3: In another bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, salt, and pepper until smooth to make the dressing. (Tips: Add more water if a thinner consistency is desired.)
Assembly
Tools and Equipment
- knife
- cutting board
- grater
- spoon
Ingredients
| Quantity | Name | Preparation Notes | Substitutions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 cups | shredded lettuce | spinach | |
| 1/2 cup | sliced red bell pepper | cucumber | |
| 1/2 cup | grated carrot | grated beetroot | |
| 4 | gluten-free tortillas | lettuce wraps | |
| to taste | salt | ||
| to taste | black pepper |
Instructions
- Step 1: Lay out the gluten-free tortillas and evenly distribute the lettuce, red bell pepper, grated carrot, and buffalo chickpeas across each tortilla. (Tips: Ensure even distribution for consistent flavor.)
- Step 2: Drizzle the tahini dressing over the chickpeas and vegetables. (Tips: Add extra dressing if desired.)
- Step 3: Roll up the tortillas tightly to enclose the filling and serve immediately. (Tips: Secure with a toothpick if needed.)
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 290
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Sugar: 8g
Additional Information
Notes: This recipe can be customized with your choice of vegetables or greens such as spinach or kale. Adjust the spiciness by altering the amount of hot sauce.
Background: This recipe is inspired by the flavors of traditional buffalo sauce, adapted into a healthy vegan and gluten-free version suitable for wraps.
Geographic Region: American
Seasonality: Suitable year-round
Occasion: Everyday meals
Recommended Pairings
- iced tea
- sliced avocado
Tags
vegan gluten-free dairy-free vegetarian quick meals lunch dinner spicy wraps