Buffalo Chickpea Lettuce Wraps (Printable)
Spicy buffalo chickpeas wrapped in crisp lettuce with crunchy veg and vegan ranch for a light, plant-based bite.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Buffalo Chickpeas
01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/3 cup buffalo hot sauce (vegan-friendly)
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - Salt, to taste
→ For the Wraps
07 - 8 large butter lettuce or romaine leaves
08 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
09 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
10 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
→ For Serving
11 - 1/4 cup vegan ranch or yogurt dressing
12 - Chopped chives or cilantro (optional)
13 - Lemon wedges (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the drained chickpeas and sauté for 2–3 minutes until lightly golden and warmed through.
02 - Stir in garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Pour in the buffalo hot sauce and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chickpeas are evenly coated and the sauce has thickened slightly. Remove from heat.
03 - Arrange the butter lettuce or romaine leaves on a serving platter. Spoon the buffalo chickpeas evenly among the leaves.
04 - Top each wrap with shredded carrots, thinly sliced celery, and red onion.
05 - Drizzle vegan ranch or yogurt dressing over each wrap. Garnish with chopped chives or cilantro and serve alongside lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These wraps come together faster than delivery and hit every craving note without weighing you down.
- The chickpeas get slightly crispy edges that mimic the best part of bar wings, no frying required.
02 -
- Do not skip drying the chickpeas after rinsing because wet chickpeas steam instead of crisping in the pan.
- Buffalo sauce thickens as it cools so pull the pan off heat when it still looks a little looser than you want.
03 -
- Use a colander to shake the chickpeas dry, then roll them in a clean towel for maximum crispiness in the pan.
- Double the buffalo sauce quantity if you like things extra saucy because the chickpeas absorb more than you expect.