Falafel Pita Sandwich with Tahini
Falafel Pita Sandwich with Tahini is a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines crispy, homemade falafel with creamy tahini sauce, all wrapped in warm pita bread. This delicious vegetarian option is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack. The falafel is made from wholesome chickpeas blended with fresh herbs and spices, creating a delightful crunch in every bite. Paired with a rich tahini sauce that adds a nutty flavor, this sandwich can be customized with your favorite veggies for an extra boost of freshness. Enjoy the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine in just a few simple steps!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight) or 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 4 pita breads
- ½ cup tahini sauce (made from ¼ cup tahini paste, juice of 1 lemon, 1 garlic clove minced, water as needed)
Instructions
- Soak dried chickpeas overnight or drain and rinse canned chickpeas.
- In a food processor, blend soaked chickpeas, parsley, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper until coarse.
- Using wet hands, form small balls or patties from the mixture.
- Fry in hot oil until golden brown (about 3 minutes per side) or bake at 400°F for 25 minutes.
- Mix tahini paste, lemon juice, minced garlic, and water to achieve desired consistency for the sauce.
- Warm pita bread slightly and fill with falafel and tahini sauce. Add fresh veggies if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg