Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Avocado Chickpea Lettuce Wraps, where creamy avocado meets hearty chickpeas, all nestled in crunchy lettuce leaves. Perfect for a sun-soaked picnic or a quick, nutritious meal, these wraps deliver a satisfying crunch and rich taste that will keep you coming back for more. Whether served as an appetizer or a light lunch, they are sure to impress with their fresh ingredients and colorful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large head of romaine lettuce (about 8 leaves)
- ½ tsp cumin (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, mash the rinsed chickpeas until slightly chunky.
- Add the mashed avocado, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cumin (if using) to the chickpeas. Stir gently until combined.
- Fold in chopped cilantro.
- Take a romaine lettuce leaf and spoon generous amounts of the chickpea-avocado mixture onto it.
- Roll up or fold the wrap like a taco and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Snack
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added texture and flavor, consider substituting chickpeas with black beans or incorporating diced tomatoes and corn into the filling. Store any leftover filling in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days; reheat gently if desired.