Chickpea Caesar Lettuce Cups

Chickpea Caesar Lettuce Wraps

If you love Caesar salad but want something lighter, more colorful, and completely plant-based, these Chickpea Caesar Lettuce Wraps are calling your name. Chickpeas are tossed in a bold tahini Caesar dressing, then tucked into crisp Bibb lettuce and topped with creamy avocado, sweet shredded carrot, and juicy cherry tomatoes. They’re easy, oil-free, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or anytime you want something quick and satisfying—no fork required.

Author

PLANTSTRONG Team

Category

Lunch

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup tahini
• 1 tbsp + 1 tsp miso paste
• 3/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, grated
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp PLANTSTRONG Unsweetened Almond Milk
• 1 15-oz can chickpeas, drained & rinsed
• 1 head Bibb or butter lettuce
• ½ avocado, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
• 1/4 cup carrots, grated (or store-bought shredded)
• Zest from 1/2 lemon

Directions

1. Add chickpeas to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 30-45 seconds, until slightly warm.
2. In a jar, add all ingredients for the dressing. Shake vigorously until ingredients are fully incorporated. If needed whisk to remove any clumps.
3. Pour dressing over chickpeas, and toss. Add a pinch of salt to taste.
4. Prep Bibb lettuce into cups. Spoon chickpeas onto lettuce, and top with avocado, cherry tomatoes, grated carrots, and lemon zest. Enjoy!