Flaxseed Falafel Sandwich Recipe

Name: Flaxseed Falafel Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup flaxseed; 1 (19-ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans); 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper; 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon flaxseed; 1 large egg white, lightly beaten; 1 teaspoon olive oil; Cooking spray; 4 (6-inch) pitas, cut in half; 8 curly leaf lettuce leaves; 1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt

Servings: persons

1/3 cup flaxseed
1 (19-ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon flaxseed
1 large egg white, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon olive oil
Cooking spray
4 (6-inch) pitas, cut in half
8 curly leaf lettuce leaves
1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt

1
Place 1/3 cup flaxseed in a blender or clean coffee grinder, and process until ground to measure 1/2 cup flaxseed meal; set flaxseed meal aside.
2
Drain chickpeas over a bowl, reserving liquid. Place chickpeas, garlic, and 1 tablespoon reserved liquid in blender; pulse 5 times or until coarsely chopped. Add flaxseed meal, parsley, and next 5 ingredients (parsley through red pepper); pulse just until mixture is combined. Divide chickpea mixture into 8 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty. Combine breadcrumbs and 1 tablespoon flaxseed in a shallow dish. Dip patties in egg white; dredge in breadcrumb mixture.
3
Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add patties; cook 5 minutes on each side or until browned.
4
Line each pita half with a lettuce leaf; fill each pita half with 1 patty and about 3 tablespoons Mediterranean Chopped Salad. Top each with 1 tablespoon yogurt.
5
(Totals include Mediterranean Chopped Salad)

371

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: 1/3 cup flaxseed, 1 (19-ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), 2 garlic cloves, crushed, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Flaxseed Falafel Sandwich 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.

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Flaxseed Falafel Sandwich

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