Mediterranean Chickpea Flatbreads

Soft, warm flatbreads topped with seasoned chickpeas, fresh veggies, herbs, and tangy feta. This dish is protein-packed, vegetarian, quick to make, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or a light Mediterranean meal.


🍽️ Ingredients (Serves 3–4)

Flatbreads

  • 3–4 flatbreads or naan (whole wheat or regular)

  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning or oregano

Chickpeas

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained & rinsed

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • ½ tsp oregano

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • Salt & pepper to taste

Toppings

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • ½ cucumber, diced

  • ¼ red onion, thinly sliced

  • ¼ cup kalamata olives, sliced

  • ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese

  • Fresh parsley or basil

  • Lemon wedges

Optional Sauces

  • Tzatziki

  • Tahini sauce

  • Garlic yogurt sauce

  • Hummus (as the base)


🔥 Instructions

1. Season & crisp the flatbreads

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • Brush flatbreads lightly with olive oil.

  • Sprinkle garlic powder and oregano.

  • Bake for 5–7 minutes until warm and lightly crisp.

2. Cook the chickpeas

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  • Add chickpeas, paprika, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  • Cook 5–7 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant.

3. Assemble

  • Spread hummus or tzatziki onto warm flatbreads (optional but recommended).

  • Add seasoned chickpeas evenly.

  • Top with tomatoes, cucumber, onions, and olives.

  • Sprinkle over feta and fresh herbs.

4. Serve

Finish with a squeeze of lemon and enjoy immediately!


Tips

  • For a crispy base, air fry the flatbreads at 350°F (175°C) for 3–4 minutes.

  • Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.

  • Use spicy harissa chickpeas for a kick.


Q/A Section

Q1: Can I use homemade chickpeas?

Yes! Cooked chickpeas work perfectly—just season them the same way.


Q2: Can I make this vegan?

Absolutely:

  • Use dairy-free feta or omit it.

  • Use tahini or hummus instead of yogurt sauce.


Q3: Can I meal prep this?

Prep toppings and chickpeas separately.
Assemble flatbreads fresh so they don’t get soggy.


Q4: What flatbread works best?

  • Whole wheat flatbreads

  • Naan

  • Pita (open and stuff it!)

All are great.


Q5: Can I add greens?

Yes—spinach, arugula, or mixed greens add freshness.

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