How long does it take to make Kohlrabi Microgreen Tacos with Spicy Chickpeas?
This recipe takes approximately 25 min total.
25 min
· Serves 2
· Updated March 8, 2026
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Kohlrabi microgreens are best added fresh as a finishing ingredient. These vibrant tacos feature spicy chickpeas and fresh kohlrabi microgreens, offering a flavorful and nutritious meal.
This recipe takes approximately 25 min total.
Kohlrabi microgreens work best as a fresh finishing ingredient, adding color, texture, and a just-cut flavor that stands out right before serving.
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 small tortillas
1 cup kohlrabi microgreens
1/2 avocado, sliced
Salsa for topping
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the chickpeas, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper, cooking for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
Warm the tortillas in another skillet or in the microwave until pliable.
Assemble each taco by placing a generous amount of chickpeas, kohlrabi microgreens, and avocado slices on each tortilla.
Top with your favorite salsa and enjoy these flavorful tacos.
Kohlrabi microgreens have a mild, slightly sweet brassica flavor and are used as a versatile garnish and salad component. As a brassica crop, they share the general phytochemical research base of the family.
• Kohlrabi microgreens belong to the brassica family, which has been broadly studied for glucosinolate and vitamin content in microgreen form.
moderate evidence• Flavor and nutrient levels in kohlrabi microgreens vary by growing conditions and harvest stage.
strong evidence1. Assessment of Vitamin and Carotenoid Concentrations of Emerging Food Products: Edible Microgreens — Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2012
2. Microgreens: Production, Shelf Life, and Bioactive Components — Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 2017