California Walnuts Falafel & Tzatziki
DESCRIPTION
Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with this simple, yet flavorful vegetarian recipe. Serve garnished on top of flatbread, or mix into a salad for a quick and delicious meal.
Total Time
Prep Time
30 Mins
Cook Time
25 Mins
Total Time
55 Mins
Nutrition
Calories
350
Total Fat
29
Trans Fat
0
Cholesterol
0
Sodium
520
Carbohydrates
17
Dietary Fiber
8
Protein
11
Ingredients
California Walnuts Falafel
- 2 cups California walnuts
- 2 ½ cups garbanzo beans, cooked
- 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon parsley, fresh, chopped
- 1 tablespoon mint, fresh, chopped
- 1 tablespoon cumin, ground
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Black pepper, to taste
- Canola oil for frying
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt, 2%, plain
- ½ cup cucumber, peeled, seeded, coarsely shredded
- ¼ cup celery, coarsely shredded
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons walnut oil (optional)
Preparation
California Walnuts Falafel
- Whisk together all Tzatziki Sauce ingredients in a medium bowl until smooth, being careful not to over mix.
- Process all falafel ingredients except oil in a food processor until well mixed.
- Form 24 small balls or patties and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Fry in canola oil in large skillet for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden brown; drain on paper towels. Serve warm with Tzatziki Sauce. Falafel may also be placed on a baking sheet and brushed with foil; bake at 400°F for 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Optional Assembly on Flatbread or Salad
- Grill flatbread on both sides to warm. Place walnut falafel on bread and smear with tzatziki.
- Garnish with chopped tomato, lettuce and cucumber. Top with chopped California walnuts and drizzle with walnut oil and olive oil, if desired.