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Close-up of a falafel wrap showing falafel, vegetables, and sauce.

Quick And Easy Falafel Wrap Recipe

Enjoy a flavorful and healthy falafel wrap made with simple ingredients. This recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Falafel
  • 1 cup dried chickpeas soaked overnight
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • to taste salt
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour or 3tbsp of chickpea flour for gluten-free
  • vegetable oil for frying
Wraps
  • 4 large flatbreads or pita bread or gluten free alternative
  • 2 cups mixed veggies (lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, shredded carrots, and red onions)
  • 1/4 cup pickled turnips optional but recommended
Tahini Sauce
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2-3 tbsp water to thin
  • pinch salt
Yogurt Sauce
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried mint or fresh mint, finely chopped
  • to taste salt

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Falafel Mix
  2. Drain and rinse chickpeas. Process with onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne, and salt until coarse crumbs form.
  3. Add baking powder and flour; pulse until combined. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Shape and Fry the Falafel
  5. Form small balls or patties. Heat oil and fry in batches until golden and crispy. Drain excess oil.
  6. Prepare the Sauces
  7. Whisk tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Add water until smooth.
  8. Combine yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, dried mint, and salt.
  9. Assemble the Wraps
  10. Warm flatbreads. Spread sauce, add veggies, falafel, and pickled turnips (optional). Drizzle more sauce.
  11. Fold the wrap tightly. Secure with paper or foil.
  12. Serving and Customization
  13. Serve immediately. Customize fillings as desired.

Notes

For best results, refrigerate the falafel mix for at least 30 minutes before frying to allow the flavors to meld and make shaping easier.