Goat Cheese Falafel Pitas
Elevate your next weeknight meal with these irresistible Goat Cheese Falafel Pitas, a delightful twist on the classic Middle Eastern staple. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, fragrant fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, and a blend of warm spices, these falafels are taken to the next level with the creamy tang of goat cheese folded into the mix. Pan-fried to golden perfection, the falafel patties are nestled into warm pita bread alongside crisp cucumber slices, juicy tomato, and crunchy lettuce. Topped with a luscious tahini yogurt sauce, this dish strikes the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, these pitas are not only a healthy vegetarian option but also a crowd-pleaser for lunch or dinner. Perfectly fresh, flavorful, and satisfying—your taste buds won’t want to miss this unique falafel recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g Canned chickpeas
- 100 g Breadcrumbs
- 100 g Goat cheese
- 15 g Fresh parsley
- 15 g Fresh cilantro
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 4 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 pieces Pita bread
- 100 g Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp Tahini
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 piece Cucumber
- 1 piece Tomato
- 50 g Lettuce
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, breadcrumbs, parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is coarse but holds together when squeezed.
Crumble the goat cheese and gently fold it into the falafel mixture to distribute it evenly.
Form the mixture into 12 small patties, about 1 inch thick. Dust each patty lightly with flour to help them crisp up during cooking.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the falafel patties in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Add more olive oil as needed for subsequent batches.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, tahini, and lemon juice to create the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt if required.
Slice the cucumber and tomato into thin slices, and rinse and pat dry the lettuce.
Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until soft.
To assemble, stuff each pita with lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and 3 falafel patties. Drizzle generously with the tahini yogurt sauce.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Goat Cheese Falafel Pitas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.2 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.7 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 82 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 7838 mg | 341% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 315.9 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.1 g | 150% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.3 g | ||
| Protein | 95.3 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2913 mg | 224% | |
| Iron | 10739.2 mg | 59662% | |
| Potassium | 2415 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
