Cajun BBQ Chickpea Wraps (Print Version)
Smoky Cajun chickpeas with BBQ sauce and fresh veggies wrapped in soft tortillas for a vibrant vegan meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Chickpea Preparation
01 - 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1/2 cup vegan BBQ sauce
→ Wraps and Fillings
08 - 4 large flour tortillas or wraps
09 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
10 - 1 cup julienned carrots
11 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
12 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
13 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
14 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
→ Optional Additions
15 - 1/4 cup vegan ranch or creamy dressing
16 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add drained chickpeas and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
02 - Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the chickpeas. Stir and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
03 - Pour in vegan BBQ sauce and continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until chickpeas are thoroughly coated and caramelized. Remove from heat.
04 - Gently warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
05 - Layer lettuce, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion in the center of each tortilla. Top with BBQ chickpeas and avocado slices.
06 - Drizzle with vegan ranch or creamy dressing if desired. Sprinkle with chopped herbs.
07 - Fold in tortilla sides and roll up tightly. Slice in half and serve immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Vegan and dairy-free for a nutritious option everyone can enjoy
- Quick to prepare so dinner's ready in no time
02 -
- Using gluten-free wraps will make this meal suitable for those avoiding wheat
- The wraps are best enjoyed fresh, as storing after assembly can make them soggy
03 -
- Add hot sauce or diced jalapenos for extra heat
- Swap chickpeas for black beans or white beans if preferred