Chickpea Tahini Collard Wraps Recipe
These Chickpea Tahini Collard Wraps are a healthy, vibrant, and satisfying meal perfect for a light lunch or appetizer. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tahini dressing, wrapped in nutrient-dense collard greens, this recipe is both delicious and wholesome.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 wraps
- Category: Main
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 15.5-oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup chopped English cucumber
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1/3 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped radishes (optional)
- 3 Tbsp. fresh chopped parsley
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup tahini sesame seed paste
- 3 1/2 Tbsp. warm water
- 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Wrap
- 6 collard green leaves or wraps of choice
Instructions
- Prepare Collard Greens: Remove the raised portion of the main vein from each collard leaf to make folding easier. Place the leaves in a large bowl and cover with warm water. Let them soak for 10 minutes to soften. Drain and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
- Make the Chickpea Salad: In a medium bowl, combine the chickpeas, chopped English cucumber, bell pepper, celery, red onion, radishes (if using), and fresh parsley. Mix gently to distribute all ingredients evenly.
- Prepare the Tahini Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the tahini, warm water, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the tahini dressing over the chickpea and vegetable mixture. Toss well to coat all the ingredients thoroughly with the dressing.
- Assemble the Wraps: Lay the collard leaves flat on a cutting board. Spoon an even amount of the chickpea salad down the center of each leaf. Fold in the edges of the leaf and roll tightly, like a jelly-roll, to encase the filling. Secure with wooden picks if needed to hold the wrap together.
Notes
- Removing the main vein of the collard greens is essential for easy rolling and prevents tearing.
- Feel free to substitute collard leaves with large kale or Swiss chard leaves if preferred.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cumin or smoked paprika to the dressing.
- These wraps can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Serve with a side of hummus or your favorite dipping sauce for added indulgence.
