Mediterranean grilled zucchini and chickpeas feta wraps

Mediterranean Grilled Zucchini & Chickpeas Feta Wraps

A healthy, refreshing wrap filled with tender grilled zucchini, crispy chickpeas, creamy feta, and fresh Mediterranean veggies. Wrapped in warm pita or tortilla with a light lemon-herb yogurt sauce. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

⏱ Time

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Total: 30 minutes

Ingredients

For the Grilled Zucchini

2 medium zucchinis (sliced lengthwise or into thin rounds)

1 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp dried oregano

½ tsp garlic powder

Salt & pepper to taste

For the Crispy Chickpeas

1 cup boiled or canned chickpeas

1 tsp olive oil

½ tsp oregano

Salt to taste

(Optional: ¼ tsp paprika — skip for non-spicy)

Fresh Veggies

1 cup lettuce or baby spinach

½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

½ small red onion (thinly sliced)

1 small cucumber (diced)

½ cup crumbled feta cheese

4 whole-wheat pitas or tortillas

Lemon Yogurt Sauce

½ cup Greek yogurt

1 tbsp lemon juice

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp dried dill or oregano

Salt & pepper

Optional: 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Grill the Zucchini

1. Mix olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Toss zucchini slices in the mixture.

3. Grill on a pan or grill for 3–4 minutes per side until soft and lightly charred.

4. Set aside.

2. Prepare Crispy Chickpeas

1. Add chickpeas to a pan with 1 tsp olive oil.

2. Sprinkle with oregano + salt (and paprika if you want).

3. Cook for 5–7 minutes until golden and crisp.

3. Make Lemon Yogurt Sauce

Whisk yogurt + lemon juice + garlic + dill + salt + pepper.

4. Assemble the Wraps

1. Warm the pitas/tortillas for 10–15 seconds.

2. Spread 1–2 tbsp yogurt sauce.

3. Add lettuce/spinach.

4. Layer grilled zucchini slices.

5. Add crispy chickpeas.

6. Add cucumber, tomatoes, and onion.

7. Sprinkle feta cheese.

8. Drizzle more lemon yogurt sauce.

9. Roll the wrap tightly and serve.

Tips

Add olives or avocado for extra Mediterranean flavor.

Use hummus instead of yogurt sauce for a vegan version (skip feta).

Meal prep: keep veggies, sauce, and chickpeas separate until serving.

❓ Frequently asked questions FAQ

Q: Can I bake the zucchini instead of grilling?

Yes—bake at 200°C (400°F) for 12–15 minutes.

Q: Can I replace the wrap with pita pockets?

Absolutely, they work perfectly!

Q: Is there a dairy-free version?

Use hummus instead of yogurt and skip the feta.

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