Delicious Roasted Chickpea Gyros Recipe

This recipe for roasted chickpea gyros is a flavorful and satisfying twist on the traditional Greek dish. The roasted chickpeas provide a crunchy texture and nutty flavor, while the homemade tzatziki sauce adds a creamy and tangy element. Perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner!

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 whole wheat pita bread
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Tzatziki sauce

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. In a bowl, toss chickpeas with olive oil, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread chickpeas on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
4. Warm pita bread in the oven or on a grill.
5. To assemble gyros, spread tzatziki sauce on pita bread, top with roasted chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
6. Fold pita in half and enjoy!

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