Vegetarian Falafel and Grilled Vegetable Gyros with Tahini Dressing
Vegetarian Falafel and Grilled Vegetable Gyros with Tahini Dressing - A Delicious and Healthy Meal
Looking for a delicious and healthy vegetarian meal that's easy to make? Look no further than our Vegetarian Falafel and Grilled Vegetable Gyros with Tahini Dressing! This dish is packed with flavor and nutrition, making it the perfect choice for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner.
To make this dish, you'll need the following ingredients:
- For the falafel:
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- For the grilled vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 yellow squash, sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- For the tahini dressing:
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
To start, make the falafel. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture is well combined but still slightly chunky. Add the flour and pulse again until the mixture comes together into a dough.
Form the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the falafel balls and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
While the falafel is cooking, prepare the grilled vegetables. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Toss the sliced vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill the vegetables for 3-4 minutes per side, until tender and lightly charred.
To make the tahini dressing, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, water, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
To assemble the gyros, place a few falafel balls and some grilled vegetables on a warm pita bread. Drizzle with tahini dressing and serve immediately.
This Vegetarian Falafel and Grilled Vegetable Gyros with Tahini Dressing is a perfect combination of healthy and delicious. The falafel is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, while the grilled vegetables add a smoky flavor and a satisfying crunch. The tahini dressing is creamy and tangy, tying everything together into a perfect bite.
Type of dish: Vegetarian Gyros
Main ingredients: Chickpeas, Grilled Vegetables, Tahini Dressing
