Good Karma Schawarma

Elevate your plant-based dining experience with the vibrant and flavor-packed Good Karma Shawarma. This easy vegan recipe combines crispy roasted chickpeas, seasoned to perfection with warm spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and turmeric, for a protein-rich, mouthwatering filling. Paired with fresh toppings like juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and fragrant parsley, it’s all wrapped in soft pita bread and drizzled with a zesty homemade tahini sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome and satisfying dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Loaded with Mediterranean-inspired flavors and nourishing ingredients, this shawarma is proof that good karma starts with good food.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Pita bread
• 4 tablespoons Tahini
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes (sliced)
• 1 medium Cucumber (sliced thinly)
• 0.5 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Spread the chickpeas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the spice mixture.

Step 4

Toss the chickpeas with the spice mixture until evenly coated.

Step 5

Roast the chickpeas in the oven for 20 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until they are crispy and golden.

Step 6

While the chickpeas are roasting, prepare the tahini sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, and minced garlic until smooth. Add more water for a thinner consistency if desired.

Step 7

Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or in the oven for a couple of minutes.

Step 8

Assemble the shawarma by layering the roasted chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and fresh parsley onto each pita bread.

Step 9

Drizzle generously with the tahini sauce.

Step 10

Wrap the pita around the fillings snugly, serve immediately, and enjoy your Good Karma Shawarma!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1106.3 grams (1106.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2024

Total Fat 80.50g	103%
Saturated Fat 11.90g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2824mg	123%
Total Carbohydrate 269.90g	98%
Dietary Fiber 57.30g	205%
Total Sugars 35.60g
Protein 75.30g	151%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4971mg	382%
Iron 21452mg	119179%
Potassium 2695mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.4%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 51.3%