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Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpea Pitas with Tzatziki

  • Author: Millie
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Description

Experience a burst of Mediterranean flavors with these hearty roasted cauliflower and chickpea pitas, topped with creamy tzatziki. Perfect for gatherings or a quick weeknight meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss cauliflower florets and chickpeas in olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Roast for about 25–30 minutes until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
  5. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and pepper.
  6. Mix well until smooth.
  7. Fill each pita pocket with a generous amount of roasted cauliflower and chickpeas.
  8. Drizzle or spoon on the tzatziki sauce before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 filled pita (approximately 180g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 245mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider sprinkling feta cheese on top after assembling your pitas. - You can substitute chickpeas with black beans for a different twist.