Lemon Tahini Chickpea Salad Pitas

These Lemon Tahini Chickpea Salad Pitas are so flavorful and delicious. They’re packed with healthy ingredients and great for an easy vegan lunch.

I’ve shared many chickpea recipes in the past, and this Lemon Tahini Chickpea Salad is one of my all-time favorites! Tahini and chickpeas are a classic flavor combo, and lemon, dijon, and fresh herbs elevate the other ingredients.

This Lemon Tahini Chickpea Salad is great because it’s one of those recipes you can easily customize. You can use whatever veggies you have on hand and add as much garlic and lemon juice as you like.

Why Your Body Will Love This Chickpea Salad

• Inside and Out Health Benefits – Tahini, a rich butter made of sesame seeds, contains calcium and magnesium, which contribute to healthy bones. It’s also a great source of antioxidants that promote immune system health, as well as iron (hello, blood) and vitamin E (for happy skin).
• Digestive Health – If you read this blog often, you know I love beans for many reasons, including their fiber content. The fiber in chickpeas helps digestion (including passing healthy bowel movements) and blood sugar regulation. It binds to toxins and carries them out of our system, and helps us feel full for longer, contributing to weight management.
• Color – Phytochemicals are found in plants and are particularly potent in colorful fruits and veggies. They help prevent cancer, Alzheimer’s, and diabetes, reduce inflammation, support the heart and immune system, and regulate hormones.

Lemon Tahini Chickpea Salad Ingredients

• Chickpeas – I just used one can of chickpeas. I like to use the low-sodium kind and drain and rinse them before mashing.  You can also use home-cooked chickpeas if you have them on hand. White beans or crumbled tofu can be substituted if you can’t find chickpeas anywhere.
• Vegetables – This recipe is great because you can easily customize it with your favorite veggies or what you have on hand. I used tomato, celery, cucumber, onion, carrot, and kalamata olives.
• Tahini – Tahini is a paste made of sesame seeds. It’s used in many Middle Eastern recipes, and I love making dressings with it. For this chickpea salad, I used tahini in place of mayo, and it was great! You can use mayo or plain yogurt if you can’t find tahini.
• Lemon Juice – Lemon and tahini go together really well, and the lemon juice also helps thin the tahini out. I like to use fresh lemon juice, but vinegar would also work.
• Garlic – I used two cloves of fresh, minced garlic because I love garlic, but you can go easy on the garlic if you like. Or use even more 🙂
• Fresh Herbs – Fresh herbs help brighten up any recipe they’re added to, and I love them in this chickpea salad. I used fresh dill and parsley, but any herbs would be great!
• Salt and Pepper – To taste.

How To Make The Best Chickpea Salad Pitas

These Lemon Tahini Chickpea Salad Pitas are easy to make and don’t require cooking!

1. Drain and rinse your chickpeas and add them to a large bowl. Use a fork or potato masher to roughly mash them.
2. Next, add all of your vegetables to the chickpeas and mix everything together.
3. Add in garlic, fresh herbs, tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.  Mix well, give it a taste, and adjust seasonings if needed.
4. To make your chickpea salad pitas, warm your pita on the stove for a minute or two. Place pita on a plate and top with a few spoonfuls of the lemon tahini chickpea salad.  
5. This salad can also be enjoyed just by itself, with chips, crackers, or a lettuce wrap.

Recipe Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this recipe vegan? Yes!
• Is this recipe gluten-free? It is gluten-free if you use gluten-free pita bread.
•  What can I use in place of tahini? Mayo or plain yogurt can be used in place of tahini.
• Can I use veggies that are different from what the recipe calls for? Of course, use any vegetables you like.
• How long will this lemon tahini chickpea salad stay in the refrigerator? It will stay good for about 3-4 days. 

Have a question I didn’t answer? Ask me in the comment section below, and I’ll reply ASAP!

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Lemon Tahini Chickpea Salad Pitas

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• Author: She Likes Food
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 4 1x
• Diet: Vegan

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This Lemon Tahini Chickpea Salad Pitas are so flavorful and delicious!  They’re perfect for an easy lunch or snack.

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Ingredients

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• 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup diced carrot
• 1/3 cup diced kalamata olives
• 1/3 cup tahini
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, I used a mix of parsley and dill
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 4 pitas

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Instructions

1. Add your drained and rinsed chickpeas to a large bowl and roughly mash with a fork.  Next, add in all of your chopped vegetables and mix everything together.
2. Add the remaining ingredients (tahini, lemon juice, garlic, fresh herbs, salt and pepper) and mix everything together really well.
3. Warm your pita and then top it with a few scoops the chickpea salad and enjoy!  This chickpea salad can also be enjoyed by itself, with chips, crackers or even lettuce wraps!

• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins
• Category: lunch, vegan
• Method: No cook
• Cuisine: American