High-Protein Chickenless Caesar (Print view)

A fresh, protein-packed Caesar wrap loaded with chickpeas, tofu, and crisp greens in whole wheat tortillas.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Plant-Based Protein

01 - 1 can (14 oz) 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)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Lightly mash the chickpeas in a bowl using a fork, leaving some whole for texture. Add the cubed tofu and gently toss to combine.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
03 - Add chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion to the chickpea and tofu mixture. Pour the dressing over and toss until evenly coated.
04 - Lay wraps flat and evenly divide the filling between each. Sprinkle with roasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds and add extra shaved Parmesan if desired.
05 - Fold the bottom edge of each wrap over the filling, then roll tightly. Slice in half if preferred and serve immediately or wrap tightly in foil for portability.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It's genuinely filling with 23g of protein per wrap, so you're not hungry an hour later.
  • No cooking required beyond pressing tofu—perfect for days when you can't face the stove.
  • The creamy dressing tastes like the real deal but takes about a minute to whisk together.
02 -
  • Press your tofu ahead of time—even 10 minutes wrapped in a clean kitchen towel makes an enormous difference in the final texture.
  • Don't assemble and refrigerate these for later; they get soggy within a couple of hours as the vegetables release moisture.
  • The dressing tastes better if you make it at least 10 minutes before assembling so the flavors meld.
03 -
  • Toast your sunflower seeds lightly in a dry pan before adding them to bring out their nutty flavor.
  • If your Greek yogurt is very thick, whisk it with a tablespoon of water before adding the other dressing ingredients for a smoother consistency.
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