Vegan Shawarma

Vegan Shawarma is a delicious plant-based twist on the traditional Lebanese BBQ dish, featuring marinated and grilled vegetables and chickpeas wrapped in warm pita. This dish is bursting with savory spices and fresh toppings, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 100 grams
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 100 grams
• Red onion - 50 grams
• Chickpeas (canned, drained) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Pita bread - 2 pieces
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 20 grams
• Tomato - 1 medium
• Cucumber - 1 small

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Chop the zucchini, bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
3. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, chopped vegetables, olive oil, garlic powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat all ingredients evenly.
4. Spread the mixture onto the grill or grill pan in a single layer. Grill for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and lightly charred.
5. While the vegetables are grilling, prepare the tahini sauce by mixing tahini, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Add a little water to reach your desired consistency.
6. Once the vegetables are done, remove them from the grill and let them cool slightly.
7. Warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1-2 minutes on each side.
8. To assemble, spread a generous amount of tahini sauce on each pita, then add the grilled vegetables and chickpeas.
9. Top with diced tomato, cucumber, and chopped fresh parsley.
10. Roll up the pita and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and tahini.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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