Open-faced Falafel Burgers Recipe

Name: Open-faced Falafel Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cups Large Flake Oats; ⅓ cups Cracked Wheat Or Bread Crumbs; 1/2 cans (15 Oz. Size) Chickpeas, Drained.; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; ⅓ cups Spanish Onion, Chopped; 1 whole Egg, Beaten; 1 teaspoon Curry Powder; 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano; 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; 2 teaspoons Liquid Honey; 1/2 cans (15 Oz. Size) Lentils, Drained; Oil, For Cooking The Patties; 6 whole Greek-style Pita Breads; 2 Tablespoons Tahini (sesame Paste); 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice; 4 Tablespoons Plain Yogurt; 1/2 cups English Cucumber, Sliced; 1/2 cups Italian Parsley, Chopped; 1 bunch Arugula; 1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Quartered

Servings: persons

1/2 cups Large Flake Oats
⅓ cups Cracked Wheat Or Bread Crumbs
1/2 cans (15 Oz. Size) Chickpeas, Drained.
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
⅓ cups Spanish Onion, Chopped
1 whole Egg, Beaten
1 teaspoon Curry Powder
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
1/4 teaspoons Salt
2 teaspoons Liquid Honey
1/2 cans (15 Oz. Size) Lentils, Drained
Oil, For Cooking The Patties
6 whole Greek-style Pita Breads
2 Tablespoons Tahini (sesame Paste)
2 teaspoons Lemon Juice
4 Tablespoons Plain Yogurt
1/2 cups English Cucumber, Sliced
1/2 cups Italian Parsley, Chopped
1 bunch Arugula
1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Quartered

1
1.
2
Pulse oats and cracked wheat (or bread crumbs) in a food processor until ground.
3
Add chickpeas, garlic, onions, egg, spices, salt and honey.
4
Mix until smooth.
5
Transfer paste into a medium-sized bowl and add lentils.
6
Shape into six 4-inch-wide patties.
7
2.
8
Heat a cast-iron skillet or frying pan over medium and add a small amount of oil.
9
Cook patties, 2 at a time, until golden and warmed through, 4-5 minutes per side.
10
Repeat with remaining patties.
11
3.
12
Warm pita bread in the oven.
13
Prepare tahini sauce by mixing the tahini, lemon juice, and yogurt; blend well.
14
4.
15
Place falafel on pita bread.
16
Top with tahini sauce and your favourite garnishes, such as cucumber, parsley, arugula, and bell pepper.

275

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cups Large Flake Oats, ⅓ cups Cracked Wheat Or Bread Crumbs, 1/2 cans (15 Oz. Size) Chickpeas, Drained., 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, Open-faced Falafel Burgers 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Open-faced Falafel Burgers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions