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Vegan Tofu Shawarma

Kelly Jensen
This tofu shawarma recipe is a perfectly spiced high protein lunch or dinner. Top with vegan tzatziki, tabbouleh, and your favorite veggies! This is a simple dinner that is ready in about 30 minutes, a easy and hearty weeknight meal.
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Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Sandwich
Cuisine American, Canadian, Middle Eastern
Servings 6 servings
Calories 138 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpea Shawarma

  • 4 pitas use gluten free if desired
  • 1 12 ounce package extra firm tofu
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon za'atar
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • Pinch cinnamon
  • Toppings, of choice lettuce, cucumber, tomato, tzatziki, garlic sauce, etc.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, crumble the block of tofu with your hands, tearing it into roughly  1-inch pieces. Add the olive oil, paprika, za'atar, chili powder, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and cinnamon. Toss well to combine.
  • Place the chickpeas on the baking sheet, and spread out onto an even layer.  Bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway during cooking.
  • Place your pitas on a plate. Add 1/2 cup chickpea filling to each pita, and add topings of choice.  Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 138kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 54mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 81IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 1mg
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