Easy Falafel Pita Wrap for Beginners
Crispy baked falafel tucked in warm pita with tahini and fresh veggies. A vegetarian Mediterranean diet lunch that is easy to make from scratch today.
🥘 Ingredients
Falafel
- 2 cans chickpeas, drained
- 1/2 cup parsley
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp cumin
- 3 tbsp flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Wrap
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1/4 cup tahini sauce
- Pickled turnips (optional)
📝 Instructions
- 1
Pulse chickpeas, parsley, garlic, cumin, and flour in a food processor until coarse but holdable.
- 2
Form 12 patties and brush with olive oil. Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
- 3
Warm pita and spread with tahini. Add lettuce, tomato, and 3 falafel per wrap.
- 4
Roll and serve with extra tahini on the side.
💡 Tip: Baking instead of frying keeps this lighter for weight loss.
📊 Nutrition Facts
Per serving
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