Goat Cheese Falafel Pitas

Elevate your next weeknight meal with these irresistible Goat Cheese Falafel Pitas, a delightful twist on the classic Middle Eastern staple. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, fragrant fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, and a blend of warm spices, these falafels are taken to the next level with the creamy tang of goat cheese folded into the mix. Pan-fried to golden perfection, the falafel patties are nestled into warm pita bread alongside crisp cucumber slices, juicy tomato, and crunchy lettuce. Topped with a luscious tahini yogurt sauce, this dish strikes the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, these pitas are not only a healthy vegetarian option but also a crowd-pleaser for lunch or dinner. Perfectly fresh, flavorful, and satisfying—your taste buds won’t want to miss this unique falafel recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g Canned chickpeas
• 100 g Breadcrumbs
• 100 g Goat cheese
• 15 g Fresh parsley
• 15 g Fresh cilantro
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Ground coriander
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 4 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 pieces Pita bread
• 100 g Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp Tahini
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 piece Cucumber
• 1 piece Tomato
• 50 g Lettuce

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, breadcrumbs, parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is coarse but holds together when squeezed.

Step 3

Crumble the goat cheese and gently fold it into the falafel mixture to distribute it evenly.

Step 4

Form the mixture into 12 small patties, about 1 inch thick. Dust each patty lightly with flour to help them crisp up during cooking.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the falafel patties in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Add more olive oil as needed for subsequent batches.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, tahini, and lemon juice to create the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt if required.

Step 7

Slice the cucumber and tomato into thin slices, and rinse and pat dry the lettuce.

Step 8

Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until soft.

Step 9

To assemble, stuff each pita with lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and 3 falafel patties. Drizzle generously with the tahini yogurt sauce.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your Goat Cheese Falafel Pitas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1565.6 grams (1565.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2681

Total Fat 122.20g	157%
Saturated Fat 35.70g	179%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.90g
Cholesterol 82mg	27%
Sodium 7838mg	341%
Total Carbohydrate 315.90g	115%
Dietary Fiber 42.10g	150%
Total Sugars 43.30g
Protein 95.30g	191%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2913mg	224%
Iron 10739mg	59662%
Potassium 2415mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 46.0%