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Chickpea Salad Pita

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole wheat pita halved
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • Optional: Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. Instructions: 1 In a bowl, mash the chickpeas slightly with a fork, leaving some whole for texture.
  2. Add the finely chopped celery, lemon juice, and olive oil to the bowl.
  3. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. If using, add the diced red bell pepper for extra crunch and color.
  5. Gently open the halved pita pockets and fill each with the chickpea salad mixture.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.
  7. Pack the Chickpea Salad Pita in your child’s lunchbox with a small side of fruit or veggie sticks.
  8. Notes: This recipe can be made the night before and stored in the refrigerator for a quick grab-and-go lunch. Feel free to add any other favorite veggies like cucumber or cherry tomatoes to the chickpea salad.