Falafel and Spinach Dip with Pita Chips

Falafel and Spinach Dip with Pita Chips is a delicious and healthy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a combination of crispy falafel balls and creamy spinach dip, served with crispy pita chips. It is a vegetarian and gluten-free dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

For the falafel:

- 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup of chopped onion
- 1/4 cup of chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 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 chickpea flour
- Oil for frying

For the spinach dip:

- 1 cup of frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped onion
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste

For the pita chips:

- 4 pita breads, cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
To make the falafel, combine the chickpeas, onion, parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is well combined but still slightly chunky. Add the chickpea flour and pulse again until the mixture comes together. Form the mixture into small balls and fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
To make the spinach dip, combine the spinach, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well until the dip is smooth and creamy.
To make the pita chips, preheat the oven to 375°F. Arrange the pita wedges on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
To serve, arrange the falafel balls and spinach dip on a platter and serve with the pita chips on the side. This dish is perfect for parties, game nights, or any time you want a healthy and delicious snack.
Type: Appetizer, Vegetarian, Gluten-free
Main ingredients: Chickpeas, Spinach, Pita bread