Spicy Lentil Wrap with Tahini (TJ’s Copycat Recipe!)

If you love Trader Joe’s Spicy Lentil Wrap with Tahini sauce, you’re in for a treat today! My version of the TJ’s Spicy Lentil Wrap with Tahini is easy, delicious, and oh-so-spicy! If it was any easier to make, Trader Joe’s would sue me for trademark infringement!

Spicy lentil wrap with tahini ingredients

Here’s the deal:

I’ve fallen in love.

No, it’s not a boy (Cameron would kill me!), it’s these Spicy Lentil Wraps with Tahini from Trader Joe’s.

Oh. My. Good. God. Sweet. Baby. Jesus.

Does that give you an idea of how infatuated I am with the all-fulfilling Spicy Lentil Wrap?

Spicy lentil wrap cooked lentils

 

Spicy lentil wrap parsley

To be completely honest, I didn’t even want to try them. I was hangry, however, and Trader Joe’s has the best grab-‘n’-go selection of vegan food!

“Oh? What’s this? Spicy Lentil Wrap? Do I even like lentils?? I guess I’ll try one!”

That was it. One bite, and they owned me. Trader Joe’s grabbed my soul through my taste buds and took me on the flavor trip of a lifetime.

Spicy lentil wrap with tahini

“This is a problem”, I thought to myself.

I definitely can’t justify $5 for this wrap everyday (let alone the gas to drive there!).

You know what they say, though.

Wait for someone who keeps you sane, but also drives you crazy in all the right ways.

~ Some Crazy Bitch

Keeps me sane? Check
Drives me crazy (thinking about eating it all day)? Check!

So, what did I do?

I drove my broke-ass to the store 4 times last week to buy one!

Introducing: The Spicy Lentil Wrap with Tahini to Rule All Wraps

At this point, there was only one thing to do: recreate it at home!

OH EM GEE, guys! This wrap is everything I dreamed of.

Creamy tahini, spicy sambal, and crunchy veggies come together for a party in my mouth I wouldn’t want to miss!

Best of all, these babes take like 5 minutes to assemble. I’ve had two today already! 😂

My version is spicier than the original (yes, GAWD!), and easy-as-hell to throw together. Craving even more spice? Throw in some more chili paste and get the tissues ready.

Spicy lentil wrap with tahini sauce

Wondering How to Assemble the Spicy Lentil Wrap?

 

Easy Vegan Spicy Lentil Wrap with Tahini (TJ’s Copycat Recipe!)

If you love Trader Joe's Spicy Lentil Wrap with Tahini sauce, you're in for a treat today! My version of the TJ's Spicy Lentil Wrap with Tahini is easy, delicious, and oh-so-spicy! If it was any easier to make, Trader Joe's would sue me for trademark infringement!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Wrap
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Author: Nick @ ServingRealness.com

Ingredients

For the Lentils

  • 1 cup dry lentils
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • 1-2 Tablespoons Sambal chili paste to heat preference

For the Tahini

  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 1 Tablespoon chopped parsley

For the Wrap

  • Lavash bread
  • 1 more tablespoon sambal chili paste
  • Shredded cabbage and carrots

Instructions

  • Start by rinsing the lentils
  • Next, put the lentils in a medium saucepan with 2 1/2 cups of water and bring to a boil
  • Once boiling, reduce heat to a slow simmer and cover with lid
  • Cook for 20-25 minutes until beans are tender

Get That Tahini Started!

  • While the beans are cooking, throw all of the tahini ingredients into a blender
  • Blend that goodness and pour into a small dish. Keep refrigerated while we wait on the beans
  • Once beans are cooked, add in the rest of the seasonings (cumin, coriander, oil, salt, and sambal) and stir
  • Finally, gently mash the bean mixture

To Assemble

  • Warm the lavash bread for easy folding
  • Add a scoop of sambal
  • Followed by the lentils,
  • and finally the cabbage mix
  • Roll tightly, cut down the middle, and enjoy!

Notes

Store Tahini sauce sealed in the fridge for up to 2-3 weeks

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Spicy Lentil Wrap with tahini sauce. Easy, vegan, and delicious copycat Trader Joes recipe

3 Comments

  1. plantbaseddiane

    September 22, 2017 at 2:06 pm

    It looks so delicious! I love spicy and can’t wait to try this.

    Reply
    • Nick Abell

      September 22, 2017 at 2:31 pm

      Thank you! I’m excited to hear how you like it 🙂

      Reply
  2. Tahinimeanie

    January 25, 2022 at 1:32 am

    Love your humor and the fact that you are like me, not willing to shell out the 5 bucks when we can make our own that’s healthier and tastes way better. Thanks for the awesome recipe!

    Reply

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