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Sheet Pan Buffalo Cauliflower and Chickpea Pitas

  • Author: Millie
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Enjoy a delightful combination of crispy buffalo cauliflower and hearty chickpeas wrapped in soft pita bread, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 medium head cauliflower, chopped into florets
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 4 whole wheat or regular pita breads
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or vegan alternative

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Toss until evenly coated.
  3. Add the drained chickpeas to the bowl and drizzle with buffalo sauce. Mix well.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Roast for about 25-30 minutes until crispy and caramelized, tossing halfway through.
  6. During the last few minutes of roasting, wrap pitas in foil and warm them in the oven or toast lightly on a skillet.
  7. Spoon generous amounts of the roasted filling into each warm pita pocket. Top with fresh cilantro and a dollop of Greek yogurt or its vegan counterpart.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pita (155g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 460mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: - For extra creaminess, add diced avocado or substitute chickpeas with black beans. - Customize your heat level by adjusting the amount of buffalo sauce used.