Description

Falafel wraps with tahini sauce are a vibrant, flavor-packed meal that’s easy to make at home. Crispy falafel balls made from soaked chickpeas are nestled in warm pita or wraps and topped with fresh vegetables and creamy tahini sauce. This dish not only satisfies your cravings but also brings a taste of street food directly to your kitchen. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, these vegetarian wraps are sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
1/2 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground coriander
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 small onion (finely chopped)
1/4 cup tahini sauce
4 pita breads or wraps
1 cup mixed fresh vegetables (tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce)

Instructions

Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas thoroughly; pat dry.
In a food processor, blend chickpeas, garlic, onion, parsley, cumin, and coriander until chunky.
Form the mixture into small balls or patties and place on parchment paper.
Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering; test with a small piece of falafel.
Fry falafel in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Assemble wraps by layering fresh vegetables, falafel balls, and drizzling tahini sauce before folding.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 wrap
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For added crunch, consider using bell peppers or radishes as toppings. Swap tahini sauce for Greek yogurt or hummus for a different flavor profile. Store leftover falafel in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.