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February 25, 2018 Dinner

Falafel Sandwich with Yoghurt Tahini Sauce

By: Ana / 5 / Dinner, Lunch, Spring, Vegetarian, Winter, Falafel sandwich with pita bread and tahini sauce #vegetarian #lunch #sandwich #falafel | TheAwesomeGreen.comPin

If I would have to eat Middle Eastern veggie dishes for a lifetime, I would be the happiest girl in the world! My body feels so satiated and nourished after enjoying a well done hummus with whole wheat pita bread, a hearty Fattoush salad or a loaded falafel pita sandwich recipe, bathed in tahini sauce.

And this is mostly due to plant-based ingredient combinations that provide complete protein and fiber to keep you satiated.

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My love story with chickpeas is long and durable, and will probably last forever!

In one cup, you’ll find a whopping 39g of protein. Of that cup, 85% of your recommended daily intake of manganese will be met, 71% of folate and 64% of copper, a key nutrient combination for the natural detoxification and regeneration process of our body cells.

The most abundant mineral, manganese helps to absorb calcium in the body, is a great antioxidant, regulates the hormones and improves metabolism.

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Cumin has been shown to boost energy and also aids in digestion. Maintaining a healthy digestion and a refreshed gut microbiome is important for the absorption of the nutrients in our daily food.

When your digestive system is firing on all cylinders you will have much more energy throughout the day, as your body is spending less energy trying to break down the food you consume. When you include powerful healing spices such as cumin in your diet, you protect yourself against the diseases related to digestive issues.

Parsley is my winter time favorite green ingredient, and I rely on its high loads of vitamin C to support my immune system throughout the cold season. In fact, parsley is also one of the top sources of vitamin K.

Homemade falafel sandwich with fresh aromatic herbs and yogurt tahini sauce #vegetarian #lunch #sandwich #falafel | TheAwesomeGreen.com

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Just like manganese, vitamin K also works in turn with calcium, by helping the body to absorb it and distribute it around the body. And that can only mean one thing – strong and healthy bones!

This falafel sandwich is  a complete protein-packed, yet fresh and tasty meal, vegan mostly if you don’t use the yogurt sauce and only add a tahini drizzle.

I made the whole wheat Pita myself (if you follow my Instagram stories you’ve seen the process) and stuffed it with these lovely little patties and loads of fresh parsley, mint and dill but, of course, you can use any kind of pita bread, bought or home made.

 

You can also check out my newest Falafel Wrap recipe, which is quicker than this one (30 mins).

If you make any of these recipes don’t forget to tag me on Instagram @theawesomegreen so I can see and share them with the community!

 

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5 from 2 votes

Falafel Sandwich with Yoghurt Tahini Sauce

A popular Middle Eastern combo, this falafel sandwich combines the hearty chickpea patties with a parsley, dill and mint green combo, in a whole wheat pita bread.
Prep Time1 hr 15 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time1 hr 25 mins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Keyword: falafel sandwich, falafel sandwich recipe, falafel sandwich sauce, how to make a falafel sandwich
Servings: 10 patties
Calories: 97kcal
Author: The Awesome Green

Ingredients

  • For the falafel
  • 1 cup dry chickpeas soaked overnight in purified water until twice their volume (this is an important step, because although time-sparing, canned chickpeas simply do not work in this recipe)
  • 1 tbsp chickpea flour
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp purified water
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 large bunch fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
  • 1/2 tsp aluminium free baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • High smoke oil for cooking grape seed or any other neutral one
  • To assemble
  • 2 whole wheat pitta bread
  • Handful spring greens mix
  • Diced shallots
  • Tahini sauce 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1 tbsp tahini sauce, 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  • Drain and rinse the chickpeas, add them into a food processor together with the onion, sesame seeds, garlic and parsley.
  • Process to obtain a crumbly mixture. Don’t over-process, you want to obtain texture, not a paste.
  • Add the spices, baking soda, salt, flour and water and pulse to incorporate.
  • Transfer into a bowl, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up.
  • Scoop the dough and shape it into little patties using your hands.
  • Heat the oil into a cast-iron skillet, and fry the patties for 5 minutes on each side.
  • Serve warm in whole pita bread, with fresh greens, onion and tahini sauce.

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 44g | Calories: 97kcal

 

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  1. 2pots2cook says

    February 27, 2018 at 6:14 am

    5 stars
    Love your combination of flavours ! Thank you so much !

    Reply
    • Ana says

      February 27, 2018 at 8:24 pm

      Med flavors for the win! Thanks so much!

      Reply
  2. Veronica says

    August 21, 2018 at 6:24 am

    5 stars
    Can we get a recipe for the pita?looks amazing! Thanks

    Reply
    • Ana says

      August 29, 2018 at 1:23 pm

      Thank you, Veronica! Here is the pita recipe, it’s very similar to a pizza dough:

      Makes 6 pitas

      2&1/2 cups whole wheat flour
      1 cup warm water
      1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
      1/2 tsp sea salt
      1 tsp active dry yeast
      1 tsp sugar

      Mix the flour, sugar and salt into a medium bowl.
      Dissolve the yeast into 2 tsp warm water and pour over the flour mixture. Drizzle the olive oil.
      Mix with a fork, then knead for 5 minutes or until smooth (add just a little more flour if the dough sticks to your hands).
      Cover with a clean towel and let rise for 45 mins.
      Divide the dough in 6 pieces and roll them into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
      Heat the cast iron skillet and add just a teaspoon oil, removing the excess with a tissue.
      Add a pita and cook over medium heat until bubbles appear on the surface (about 1 minute).
      Flip over and cook for two minutes, then flip it again and cook a minute more.
      Transfer onto plate, cover with a towel to keep it warm, and continue the same with the rest of the pitas.

      Reply
  3. Gloria says

    January 20, 2021 at 7:34 pm

    Have you tried baking the falafels?
    Thank you for the pita recipe!

    Reply

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