Fried Chickpea and Arugula Pita Sandwiches with Lime Tzatziki

Fried Chickpea and Arugula Pita Sandwiches with Lime Tzatziki
Servings: 6
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
With flavors reminiscent of a falafel, Fried Chickpea and Arugula Pita Sandwiches with Lime Tzatziki take less work, are tasty with lots of texture, and an easy weeknight meal to put together.

Ingredients

1 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice 5/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 cucumber (about 8 ounces), peeled, seeded, and shredded 6 (6-inch) whole-wheat pitas, halved 2 (15-ounce) cans organic chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons Spanish smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 8 cups loosely packed arugula 12 (1/4-inch-thick) tomato slices

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 °. Combine yogurt, mint, lime juice, 1/8 teaspoon salt, garlic, and cucumber in a small bowl. Wrap pitas in foil; bake at 350 ° for 10 minutes or until warm. Place chickpeas in a single layer on paper towels. Cover with additional paper towels; pat dry. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add chickpeas to pan; sauté 10 minutes or until lightly browned and crispy, stirring frequently. Remove chickpeas from pan using a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Combine remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, chickpeas, cumin, paprika, and red pepper in a medium bowl; toss well to coat. Combine remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper in a small bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Add arugula; toss gently to coat. Add chickpea mixture; toss to coat. Fill each pita half with about 2/3 cup chickpea mixture, 1 tomato slice, and 2 tablespoons sauce. Serve immediately.

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