Red Lentil and Cumin Falafel

Name: Red Lentil and Cumin Falafel
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 cup, cooked red lentils; 1/2 cup, drained and rinsed chickpeas; 1/4 cup, chopped cilantro; 1/4 cup, finely chopped onion; 2 cloves, minced garlic; 1 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 2 tbsp breadcrumbs; 1 tbsp olive oil

Crispy, flavorful falafel made with red lentils and cumin, served with a tangy tahini sauce for a plant-based dinner.

Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 25 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1 cup, cooked red lentils
1/2 cup, drained and rinsed chickpeas
1/4 cup, chopped cilantro
1/4 cup, finely chopped onion
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp breadcrumbs
1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Step 1: In a food processor, combine 1 cup cooked red lentils, 1/2 cup drained chickpeas, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup finely chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp cumin. Pulse until finely chopped but not pureed.
Step 2: Transfer mixture to a bowl. Stir in 1/2 tsp baking powder and 2 tbsp breadcrumbs until well combined and holding together when pressed.
Step 3: Form mixture into 8 small patties (about 2 inches in diameter). Place on a plate and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm.
Step 4: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
Step 5: Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with tahini sauce or yogurt.