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Green Goddess Chickpea Salad (Wraps or Lettuce Cups)

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Bright, herby, and packed with fiber, this green goddess chickpea salad is a quick, hormone-friendly lunch that supports steady energy and blood sugar balance. Serve in gluten-free wraps or lettuce cups, and add grilled chicken for an extra protein boost.
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes

Equipment

  • Food processor or blender
  • mixing bowl
  • Fork or potato masher
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

  • 1 15 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup celery finely chopped
  • 1/4 avocado
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 green onion chopped
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • Butter lettuce leaves or gluten-free wraps optional

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas and avocado together using a fork or potato masher until mostly combined with some texture remaining.
  • Add chopped celery, salt, and pepper to the bowl and mix to combine.
  • In a food processor or blender, combine parsley, green onion, lemon juice, tahini, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the green goddess dressing into the chickpea mixture and stir until well combined.
  • Serve in butter lettuce cups for a lighter option or in gluten-free wraps for a more filling meal.

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Notes

Estimated Nutrition (per serving):

Calories: ~320
Protein: 10–12g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 8–10g
Fat: 18g

Tips:

  • Add grilled chicken for additional protein and more blood sugar support
  • Great for meal prep—store in the fridge up to 3 days
  • If the mixture feels too thick, add a small splash of water or lemon juice to loosen
  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor and nutrient density

Nutrition Highlights:

Blood Sugar Support: Chickpeas + healthy fats help promote steady energy and reduce crashes
Hormone Support: Healthy fats and fiber support hormone balance and satiety
Gut Health: Fiber-rich ingredients help nourish the gut microbiome
Course: Brunch, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: chickpea salad recipe, cortisol friendly lunch, easy healthy lunch ideas, gluten free chickpea wrap, green goddess chickpea salad, gut health meals, healthy lunch recipe, hormone balancing meals, plant based high protein lunch, spring detox recipes
Servings: 3 wraps
Calories: 320kcal