Name: Sean's Falafel and Cucumber Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) container plain yogurt; 0.5 cucumber - peeled, seeded, and finely chopped; 1 tablespoon mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon dried dill weed; salt and pepper to taste; 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained; 1 onion, chopped; 0.5 cup fresh parsley; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 egg; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 dash pepper; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup dry bread crumbs; oil for frying; 2 pita breads, cut in half; 1 cup chopped tomatoes

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

Cucumber Sauce:

1 (6 ounce) container plain yogurt
½ cucumber - peeled, seeded, and finely chopped
1 tablespoon mayonnaise (Optional)
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
salt and pepper to taste

Falafel:

1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained
1 onion, chopped
½ cup fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 large egg
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 dash black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup dry bread crumbs, or as needed
2 cups oil, or as needed, for frying
2 pita breads, cut in half (Optional)
1 cup chopped tomatoes (Optional)

Directions

Make sauce: Combine yogurt, cucumber, mayonnaise, dill, salt, and pepper in a small bowl; mix well. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Make falafel: Mash chickpeas in a large bowl until thick and pasty; do not use a blender as the consistency will be too thin.
Place onion, parsley, and garlic in a blender; blend until smooth. Stir into mashed chickpeas until well combined.
Combine egg, cumin, coriander, salt, lemon juice, baking powder, black pepper, and cayenne in a small bowl. Stir into chickpea mixture along with olive oil. Mix in bread crumbs, a little at a time, until mixture holds together but is not sticky. Form mixture into 8 balls, then flatten into falafel patties.
Heat 1 inch oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry falafels in hot oil until brown on both sides. Serve 2 falafels in each pita half, topped with chopped tomatoes and sauce.

JOANNAH

Editor's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

586	Calories
33g	Fat
60g	Carbs
15g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 586
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33g	42%
Saturated Fat 5g	25%
Cholesterol 50mg	17%
Sodium 1580mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 60g	22%
Dietary Fiber 7g	24%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 15g
Vitamin C 22mg	111%
Calcium 273mg	21%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 592mg	13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.