Crispy Chickpea Falafel with Charred Tomato Fattoush & Tahini Drizzle

Name: Crispy Chickpea Falafel with Charred Tomato Fattoush & Tahini Drizzle
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 cups dried chickpeas; 0.5 cup fresh parsley; 0.25 cup fresh cilantro; 2 tbsp fresh dill; 3 cloves garlic; 0.25 medium onion; 0.75 tsp ground cumin; 0.5 tsp ground coriander; 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper; 3 tbsp whole wheat flour; 0.25 tsp baking powder; 0.75 tsp sea salt; 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 tbsp lemon juice; 3 tbsp tahini; 3 tbsp water; 3 cups mixed greens; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 0.5 medium English cucumber; 0.5 medium red bell pepper; 1 whole whole wheat pita bread; 0.25 cup pomegranate seeds; 0.5 tsp sumac

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 2 · medium

Mediterranean Diet

Lebanese-inspired golden-fried chickpea patties served over a vibrant fattoush salad with crispy pita chips, fresh herbs, and creamy tahini-lemon dressing. A protein-rich vegetarian celebration of Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

1.5 cups dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
0.5 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
0.25 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
0.25 medium onion, finely minced
0.75 tsp ground cumin
0.5 tsp ground coriander
0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
3 tbsp whole wheat flour
0.25 tsp baking powder
0.75 tsp sea salt, divided
0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil, for frying
3 tbsp lemon juice

Crispy Chickpea Falafel with Charred Tomato Fattoush & Tahini Drizzle

Ingredients

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