Falafel and cucumber salad with tzatziki dressing

Falafel and cucumber salad with tzatziki dressing is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. This vegetarian dish is packed with flavor and is easy to make. The combination of crispy falafel, fresh cucumber, and creamy tzatziki dressing is sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients (serves 4):

For the falafel:

- 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- Vegetable oil for frying

For the cucumber salad:

- 2 cucumbers, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup of fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup of feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste

For the tzatziki dressing:

- 1 cup of Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess water
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. To make the falafel, combine the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is well combined but still slightly chunky.
2. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the flour and baking powder. Mix well.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, form the falafel mixture into small balls and flatten slightly. Fry the falafel in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
4. To make the cucumber salad, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion, dill, feta cheese, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss to combine.
5. To make the tzatziki dressing, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
6. To serve, divide the cucumber salad among four plates. Top each plate with several falafel patties and drizzle with the tzatziki dressing.
This dish is a perfect combination of crispy falafel, fresh cucumber, and creamy tzatziki dressing. The falafel is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, while the cucumber salad adds a refreshing crunch. The tzatziki dressing is creamy and tangy, and ties all the flavors together. This dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and is sure to impress your guests.
Type of dish: Vegetarian Salad
Main ingredients: Falafel, Cucumber, Tzatziki Dressing