FALAFEL WRAPS
·
MARCH 29, 2023
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
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Fresh herbs can add a wonderful depth of flavor to any dish, and falafel wraps are no exception! Here's a recipe that highlights the use of fresh, homegrown herbs to create a delicious and healthy meal.
FEATURED SEEDLINGS
INGREDIENTS
2 c
cooked chickpeas
1
small onion, roughly chopped
3 cloves
garlic, minced
1/4 c
parsley, chopped
1/4 c
cilantro, chopped
2 Tbsp
fresh mint, chopped
1 tsp
ground cumin
1 tsp
ground coriander
1/2 tsp
salt
1/4 tsp
black pepper
1/4 tsp
cayenne pepper
1 Tbsp
all-purpose flour
1 tsp
baking powder
2 Tbsp
olive oil
4
large pitas (for the wraps)
1/2 c
Greek yogurt (for the wraps)
1/2 c
muhammara (for the wraps)
1/4 c
red onion, thinly sliced (for the wraps)
1/4 c
cucumber, thinly sliced
1/4 c
pickled cabbage (for the wraps)
1/4 c
parsley, chopped (for the wraps)
1/4
cilantro, chopped (for the wraps)
2 Tbsp
mint, chopped (for the wraps)
to taste
salt, pepper, and sumac
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin sheet pan with non-stick spray or olive oil.
Step 2
In a food processor, combine the cooked chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, and mint. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped, but not pureed.
Step 3
In a large bowl, mix the chickpea mixture with the cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, flour, baking powder, and olive oil. Mix well until everything is combined.
Step 4
Using a cookie scoop, divide the mixture into 12 portions and shape each portion into a ball. Place each ball into the prepared muffin sheet pan.
Step 5
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the falafel is golden brown and crispy.
Step 6
Assemble the wraps by spreading a generous amount of muhammara on each tortilla. Top with the sliced red onion, cucumber, pickled cabbage, fresh parsley, & cilantro, mint, and a dollop of Greek yogurt. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
Step 7
Finally, add the cooked falafel balls to the wrap and roll tightly, tucking in the sides as you go.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious and healthy homemade falafel wraps!