Crispy Falafel Wrap with Fresh Veggies & Tahini Sauce
Golden, crunchy falafels wrapped in warm flatbread with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and creamy tahini sauce, creating a wholesome Middle Eastern favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 mins (plus overnight soaking)
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 mins
- Yield: 4 wraps 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup fresh parsley leaves
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
For Serving:
- 4 flatbreads or pita breads
- 1 cup lettuce leaves
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup tahini sauce
Instructions
- Drain soaked chickpeas and pat dry. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until a coarse mixture forms.
- Shape mixture into small patties.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry falafels in batches for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Warm the flatbreads. Layer lettuce and diced tomatoes, then place falafels on top.
- Drizzle generously with tahini sauce, fold, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure chickpeas are well drained and dry to avoid soggy falafels.
- Serve with extra tahini or hot sauce for added flavor.
- Falafel mixture can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours before frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: falafel wrap, crispy falafel, tahini sauce, Middle Eastern food, vegan wrap