This Grilled Classic Falafel Sandwich is a delicious and easy-to-make vegetarian sandwich that will make your lunchtime a little brighter. The falafel patties are made with a combination of chickpeas, onion, cumin, garlic powder, salt, lemon juice and flour that is fried in a skillet to perfection. This sandwich is served with flatbreads, Greek yogurt and fresh tomatoes, lettuce and red onion to give it a light and fresh flavour. Enjoy this delicious turkey sandwich with a glass of light white wine!
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Grilled Classic Falafel Sandwich!
Ingredients:
– 2 cups of dry chickpeas
– 1 small onion
– 1 teaspoon of cumin
– 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
– 2 teaspoon of salt
– Juice of a lemon
– 1/2 cup of flour
– 2 tablespoons of olive oil
– 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds
– 2 flatbreads
– 1 tablespoon of olive oil
– 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
– 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt
– 4 leaves of lettuce
– 4 slices of tomatoes
– 2 tablespoons of red onion
Steps:
1. Soak the dry chickpeas overnight.
2. Drain the soaked chickpeas and put them in a food processor with the onion, cumin, garlic powder, salt and lemon juice. Chop for a minute or two until it’s a chunky paste.
3. Transfer the paste to a bowl, add the flour and mix until it forms a thick dough.
4. To shape the patties, make small balls out of the dough, about the size of a golf ball, then press each of them with the palm of your hand to form into a flat round shape.
5. Add the olive oil to a large skillet and heat up on a low/medium heat. Add the falafel patties to the skillet and fry them on both sides until they have a golden-brown color.
6. Once they are cooked through, add the sesame seeds to a bowl.
7. Take each falafel patty and dip it in the sesame seeds so the outside area is covered in the seeds.
8. Heat up a pan with the tablespoon of olive oil and garlic powder. Add the two flatbreads and fry them on both sides for about a minute or two.
9. Take the flatbreads off the stove and spread the two tablespoons of Greek yogurt in each of them.
10. Put two patties in each flatbread and cover with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and extra Greek yogurt to taste.
11. Seal the sandwich, cut in half, and enjoy!
Pair with: A light white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc
Delicious and Easy-to-Make Grilled Falafel Sandwich
This Grilled Classic Falafel Sandwich is the perfect quick and easy lunch recipe. It is a flavorful and healthy vegetarian sandwich that is sure to make your lunchtime a little brighter. Made with a combination of chickpeas, onion, cumin, garlic powder, salt, lemon juice and flour, these falafel patties are fried in a skillet to perfection. It is then served with flatbreads, Greek yogurt and fresh tomatoes, lettuce and red onion to give it a light and refreshing flavor. Pair with a glass of light white wine for the perfect lunch.
Why People Love This Grilled Falafel Sandwich
People love this Grilled Classic Falafel Sandwich for a number of reasons. First and foremost, it is incredibly flavorful and fresh. The combination of chickpeas, lemon juice and cumin give the falafel patties an amazing flavor, while the tomatoes, lettuce and onions make it light and refreshing. Additionally, this sandwich is also very healthy and a tasty alternative to regular beef and turkey sandwiches. Plus, it is easy and quick to make, making it perfect for a weekday lunch.
How to Make This Recipe Gluten Free
Although this Grilled Classic Falafel Sandwich recipe uses flour to bind the falafel patties together, it can easily be adjusted to be gluten free. Simply switch out the regular all-purpose flour for an all purpose gluten free flour, such as rice flour, potato starch or tapioca flour. Additionally, make sure to use gluten free flatbreads for the sandwich and double check labels for any other ingredients to ensure it is gluten free.
How to Make This Recipe Vegan
Making this Grilled Classic Falafel Sandwich vegan is also very simple. The most obvious switch would be the Greek yogurt, which can be substitute for a vegan-friendly alternative such as vegan yogurt, hummus or even mashed avocado. Additionally, the falafel patty mixture includes a few tablespoons of olive oil, which can be switched out for a vegan alternative such as vegetable or coconut oil. Lastly, make sure to use vegan flatbreads and double check labels for other ingredients to ensure it is vegan.
Conclusion
This Grilled Classic Falafel Sandwich is a delicious and easy-to-make lunch recipe that will make your weekday meals a little brighter. With its fresh and flavorful ingredients, it is both delicious and healthy. Plus, it can also be easily adapted to be both gluten free and vegan. Enjoy this flavorful sandwich with a glass of light white wine for the perfect lunch.
If you like this sandwich recipe, check out this The Toasted Campfire Sandwich or this delicious Grilled Crispy Pork Schnitzel Sandwich. You can also check out the full Sandwich Archive!
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