Description
Discover the flavors of the Mediterranean with these Healthy Vegan Falafel Wraps! Packed with crispy falafel, tangy sauces, and fresh veggies, this recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, these wraps are sure to be a hit for any occasion.
Ingredients
Falafel
- 2 cups dry chickpeas (soaked for 16–18 hours)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 onion, roughly chopped
- 3/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 3/4 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon mint leaves
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 7 garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Vegetable oil for frying
Spicy Hummus
- 15 ounces canned chickpeas, drained
- 1 tablespoon tahini paste
- 1 tablespoon plant-based yogurt
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons olive oil
Lemon-Garlic Dill Sauce
- 2 cups plant-based yogurt
- 4 garlic cloves
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 3/4 ounce fresh dill, chopped
For the Wraps
- Pita bread or flatbread
- Greens (lettuce, spinach, or arugula)
- Sliced tomatoes and cucumbers
Instructions
Prepare the Falafel Mixture
- Soak the dry chickpeas with baking soda for 16-18 hours. Drain and pat dry.
- In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, cilantro, parsley, dill, mint, cumin, coriander, garlic, salt, and chili powder. Blend until crumbly but cohesive.
- Chill the mixture for 1 hour, then mix in the baking powder and sesame seeds.
2. Shape and Fry the Falafel
- Scoop 1/4 cup of the mixture and shape into small patties.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pot to 375°F.
- Fry the falafel in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack.
3. Make the Spicy Hummus
- Blend chickpeas, tahini, yogurt, garlic, spices, and salt in a food processor.
- Gradually drizzle in olive oil until smooth. Refrigerate until needed.
4. Prepare the Lemon-Garlic Dill Sauce
- Blend yogurt, garlic, lemon zest, juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Stir in chopped dill and pulse to combine. Refrigerate until ready to use.
5. Assemble the Wraps
- Warm the pita bread or flatbread.
- Spread a layer of spicy hummus over the bread.
- Add greens, tomato slices, and cucumber slices.
- Place 2-3 falafel patties on top.
- Drizzle generously with lemon-garlic dill sauce. Fold or roll the wrap and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean