Greek Falafel Pita Pockets

Greek Falafel Pita Pockets - A Delicious and Healthy Mediterranean Delight
Looking for a healthy and delicious Mediterranean dish that's easy to make? Try our Greek Falafel Pita Pockets recipe! This dish is perfect for lunch or dinner and is packed with flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients (serves 4):

For the falafel:

- 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup of red onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup of olive oil

For the pita pockets:

- 4 whole wheat pita pockets
- 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup of cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup of tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup of red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, red onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is well combined but still slightly chunky.
2. Add the flour to the mixture and pulse again until the mixture is well combined and holds together.
3. Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the falafel balls to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
5. To assemble the pita pockets, cut the pita pockets in half and spread a spoonful of Greek yogurt inside each pocket.
6. Add the cooked falafel balls, diced cucumber, tomato, red onion, and chopped parsley to each pocket.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve and enjoy!
Appearance and Taste:
The Greek Falafel Pita Pockets are a colorful and appetizing dish that's sure to impress. The crispy falafel balls are packed with flavor and pair perfectly with the fresh vegetables and creamy Greek yogurt. The whole wheat pita pockets add a nutty and satisfying crunch to the dish. This dish is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy Mediterranean cuisine.
Type of Dish: Vegetarian Appetizer
Main Ingredients: Chickpeas, Parsley, Cilantro