Best Basic Falafel Recipe

Name: Best Basic Falafel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt; 4 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped and divided; 1 tablespoon tahini; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided; 1/2 teaspoon fine grain sea salt, divided; 1 (15-ounce) can organic chickpeas, rinsed and drained; 6 green onions, finely chopped; 1 large clove garlic, finely minced; 3 tablespoons sunflower oil, divided; 1 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon lime zest; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; whole wheat pita, warmed; fresh tomato slices; fresh spinach

Servings: persons

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
4 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped and divided
1 tablespoon tahini
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided
1/2 teaspoon fine grain sea salt, divided
1 (15-ounce) can organic chickpeas, rinsed and drained
6 green onions, finely chopped
1 large clove garlic, finely minced
3 tablespoons sunflower oil, divided
1 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon lime zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 large egg, lightly beaten
whole wheat pita, warmed
fresh tomato slices
fresh spinach

1
In a small bowl, combine yogurt, 1 1/2 tablespoons cilantro, tahini, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; set aside.
2
In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, green onion, garlic, remaining 2 1/2 tablespoons cilantro, 1 tablespoon sunflower oil, remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice, coriander, lime zest, cumin, ground red pepper flakes, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
3
Mash together with a fork or potato masher until chickpeas are completely broken down and mixture is well combined.
4
Add egg.
5
Stir mixture until completely combined.
6
Divide mixture into 6 equal portions; shape each portion into a 1/2-inch thick patty.
7
In a large skillet, heat remaining 2 tablespoons sunflower oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
8
Fry each patty 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and firm.
9
Serve hot or cold with yogurt sauce, warm pita, tomatoes, and spinach if desired.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 4 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped and divided, 1 tablespoon tahini, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided, and more.

Yes, Best Basic Falafel falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Best Basic Falafel

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