Recipe description
Published on: June 7, 2026
Ingredients
Chickpea
16
tablespoon
Bread, pita
2
piece
Tzatziki
1
cup
Cucumber
0.5
bowl
Garlic
1
piece
Lemon juice
2
teaspoon
Oil, olive
1
tablespoon
Feta cheese
0.25
cup
Instructions
1
Rinse and drain the chickpeas, then place them in a bowl.
2
In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, chopped dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the tzatziki.
3
Mix the chickpeas with a tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
4
Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or microwave.
5
Stuff the warm pita bread with chickpeas and top with the tzatziki sauce.
6
Serve immediately and enjoy.
Nutrition
420 kcal
Calories
15 g
Protein
50 g
Carbohydrates
9 g
Fiber
6 g
Sugar
14 g
Fat
3 g
Saturated fat
0.9 g
Salt
Why this recipe fits you
- Rich in fiber from chickpeas and pita, supporting gut-friendly bulks.
- Includes probiotic yogurt in tzatziki and colorful vegetables for polyphenols.
- Balanced with plant-based protein, healthy fats, and moderate carbohydrates.
Gut Health Score
How these gut-support scores are calculated
These scores are estimated from the recipe’s ingredients, nutritional profile, and gut-health relevance. They are intended as practical guidance, not as medical advice.
Fiber support
Looks at fiber-rich ingredients such as legumes, vegetables, fruit, whole grains, nuts, and seeds.
Polyphenol support
Reflects ingredients such as berries, herbs, spices, cocoa, olive oil, colorful vegetables, and other plant foods.
Diversity support
Considers the variety of plant-based ingredients used in the recipe.
Fermentation support
Reflects fermented ingredients or ingredients that may support microbial fermentation, such as prebiotic fibers.
FAQ
Is this recipe vegetarian/vegan?
It's vegetarian as written (yogurt tzatziki). To make it vegan, use plant-based yogurt and check pita ingredients.
Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes, use gluten-free pita; ensure tzatziki ingredients are gluten-free (yogurt, cucumber, herbs are gluten-free by nature).
How should I store leftovers?
Refrigerate chickpea filling and tzatziki in airtight containers; store separately or assemble fresh; 1–2 days max.
Can I meal-prep this?
Yes — prep the chickpea filling and tzatziki in advance; warm pita and assemble just before eating.
What variations can I try?
Try chickpeas replaced by lentils; add tomato, red onion, olives, dill or mint; spice with cumin or paprika.
Is it good for gut health?
Yes, thanks to fiber from chickpeas and vegetables, plus yogurt cultures; pair with whole-grain pita for extra fiber.
How many calories are in a serving?
Calorie counts vary by portion size; use a nutrition calculator or estimate.
How do I assemble this?
Warm the pita, split it open, fill with the chickpea filling, top with tzatziki, cucumber slices, and herbs, fold and eat.
What if I don’t like tzatziki?
Use a different sauce, such as a simple yogurt cucumber sauce, tahini lemon dressing, or hummus.
What allergens should I watch for?
Contains gluten in the pita and dairy in the yogurt. To be safe, choose gluten-free pita and plant-based yogurt if needed.
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