High Protein Chicken-less Caesar (Print Version)

A fresh, flavorful wrap combining plant protein, crisp greens, and tangy Caesar-style dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Plant-Based Protein

01 - 1 (14 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 7 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed

→ Vegetables & Greens

03 - 2 large whole wheat or spinach wraps
04 - 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
05 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Caesar Dressing

07 - 3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt for vegan)
08 - 1 tbsp olive oil
09 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
10 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
11 - 1 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
12 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
13 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (or vegan Parmesan)
14 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Toppings

15 - 2 tbsp roasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds
16 - Extra shaved Parmesan (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Lightly mash the drained chickpeas with a fork, keeping some whole for texture. Add cubed tofu and gently toss to combine.
02 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until smooth.
03 - Add chopped romaine, cherry tomatoes, and red onion to the chickpea-tofu mixture. Pour dressing over and toss to coat evenly.
04 - Lay the wraps flat, divide filling evenly between each, sprinkle with seeds, and add extra Parmesan if desired.
05 - Fold the bottom edge of each wrap over the filling and roll tightly. Slice in half if preferred. Serve immediately or wrap in foil for later.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The protein combo keeps you full for hours without that heavy post-lunch slump
  • You can prep everything in under 30 minutes even when youre half-asleep
  • The Caesar flavor is there but it wont overpower your whole afternoon
02 -
  • Press your tofu for at least 15 minutes or the wrap will get soggy within an hour
  • These hold up surprisingly well for lunch the next day but pack the seeds separately
  • The dressing gets better after a few hours in the fridge if you want to make it ahead
03 -
  • Warm your wraps for 10 seconds in the microwave before filling to prevent cracking
  • Use a vegetable peeler to shave the Parmesan instead of grating it for restaurant-style presentation
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