Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Vegan Falafel Platter, featuring crispy homemade falafel, fresh vegetables, and a luscious tahini sauce. Perfect for gatherings or a wholesome family meal, this dish brings the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine right to your table. Experience the delightful crunch of golden-brown falafel paired with refreshing veggies and a drizzle of creamy tahini that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley (packed)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp cumin seeds (lightly toasted)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup tahini paste
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Water (as needed for tahini sauce)
- Oil for frying (or cooking spray for baking)
- 4 pita breads (whole wheat or traditional)
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Soak chickpeas overnight in water. Drain before use.
- In a food processor, combine soaked chickpeas, parsley, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Pulse until you achieve a coarse texture.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry falafel until golden brown on all sides (about 3 minutes each). Alternatively, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes.
- For the tahini sauce, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and enough water until smooth.
- Serve falafel in pita bread with sliced cucumbers and tomatoes, drizzled with tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita sandwich with falafel and veggies
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg