Vegan Chickpea Flatbread with Tahini

This Mediterranean Vegan Chickpea Flatbread with Tahini is an amazing recipe for vegans with Mediterranean flavors. You make the flat bread with chickpea flour and top it with veggies, tahini dressing, and herbs. It gives you a balance of good fats, fiber, and protein. The Vegan Mediterranean Chickpea Flatbread with Tahini is also rich in potassium, calcium, and iron. All of this is plant-based, yet you can get a satisfying and nutritious meal.

STATS:

• Calories: 298 kilocalories
• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Serving size: 1 flatbread
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Total time: 30 minutes
• Course: Main / Snack
• Diet: Vegan
• Serving: 2

EQUIPMENT:

• Small bowl
• Spatula
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Cast-iron pan
• Whisk
• Mixing bowl

INGREDIENTS:

CHICKPEA FLATBREAD:

• 1 cup of chickpea flour
• ½ tsp of salt
• 1 cup of water
• ½ tsp of cumin powder
• ¼ tsp of garlic powder
• 1 tbsp of olive oil

MEDITERRANEAN TOPPING:

• 2 tbsp of chopped red onion
• ½ cup of chopped cherry tomatoes
• 2 tbsp of chopped fresh parsley
• ¼ cup of diced cucumber
• 2 tbsp of sliced kalamata olives

TAHINI SAUCE:

• 1 tbsp of water (adjust to thin)
• 2 tbsp of tahini
• 1 tbsp of lemon juice
• ½ tsp of maple syrup
• Pinch of salt

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKPEA FLOUR:

• This provides the base for the bread, which is gluten-free and rich in protein. For an alternative, use all-purpose gluten-free flour or lentil flour.

OLIVE OIL:

• It includes flavor to the dish and adds healthy fats as well. For an alternative, use sesame oil or avocado oil.

CUMIN POWDER:

• We get a Mediterranean aroma from this. Use smoked paprika or coriander for alternative options.

GARLIC POWDER:

• This gives a rich aroma and flavor. For an alternative, use onion powder or fresh garlic.

TAHINI:

• It provides a nutty sauce base, which is high in calcium. You can use almond butter as an alternative.

LEMON JUICE:

• Brings the acidity to the recipe. Use apple cider vinegar as an alternative.

MAPLE SYRUP:

• Helps in balancing out and softening tahini’s bitterness. Use date or agave syrup as an alternative.

FRESH VEGGIES:

• They include freshness and crunch to the dish.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Whisk together garlic powder, cumin, salt, olive oil, water, and chickpea flour in a bowl till the mixture is smooth.
2. Let it settle and become slightly thick for about ten minutes.
3. Over medium heat, warm up the pan and lightly grease it with either cooking spray or olive oil.
4. Pour half the amount of batter inside the pan evenly, and cook each side for four to five minutes till golden.
5. Proceed doing the same with the remaining batter.
6. Using a small bowl, whisk salt, maple syrup, water, lemon juice, and tahini together. You can add more water
7. to adjust the consistency.
8. Put the flatbread on a plate and add cucumber, red onion, tomatoes, olives, and parsley on top.
9. Then pour the tahini sauce on top.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• To use this dish as a portable lunch, you can wrap it up in foil.
• To add an extra amount of protein, add baba ganoush or hummus.
• You can serve it with a bowl of roasted veggie salad.

TIPS:

• Make sure to rest the batter to prevent any sticking and improve the overall texture.
• You can also bake this flatbread rather than frying it at 220°C for fifteen minutes.
• If you want the tahini sauce for dipping, make it thicker, and for drizzling on top, make it thinner.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Store just the flatbread without any toppings for three days inside a sealed box. For tahini sauce, store for five to six days.

FREEZER:

• Separate the flatbread into layers using parchment paper and store for 1 month. Heat it in an oven or skillet before you need to serve it.

FAQs:

How can I make this flatbread recipe oil-free?

• You can omit the use of olive oil and use a non-stick skillet, but the texture will become a bit dry.

Is it okay to consume raw chickpea flour?

• No, you always need to cook it first since it tastes bitter and can be difficult to digest.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 298 kilocalories
Net carbs: 26 grams
Iron: 2.9 grams
Total carbs: 32 grams
Vitamin A: 620 IU
Fiber: 6 grams
Calcium: 86 grams
Protein: 12 grams
Serving size: 1 flatbread
Sodium: 310 milligrams
Serving: 2
Potassium: 415 grams