Falafel Plate

recipe

• Step 1
  Prepare the couscous according to the package instructions.
• Step 2
  Wash & dice the cucumber.
• Step 3
  Peel & chop the onion.
• Step 4
  Chop the mint & parsley.
• Step 5
  Drain the chickpeas.
• Step 6
  In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, garlic, flour & cumin. Add half of the onions. Add half of the mint & parsley. Season with salt & pepper.
• Step 7
  Pulse until it forms a coarse & crumbly texture.
• Step 8
  Roll spoonfuls of the mixture between the palms of your hands, forming falafel balls.
• Step 9
  Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the falafel balls. Cook them for 1-2 min on all sides. They should be golden brown.
• Step 10
  Transfer the falafel to a paper towel-lined plate.
• Step 11
  Add the diced cucumber to the couscous. Add the remaining onion, parsley & mint.
• Step 12
  Squeeze in the lemon (optional). Add a drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt & pepper. Mix it all together.
• Step 13
  In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, salt, pepper & another drizzle of olive oil.
• Step 14
  Serve the herbed couscous alongside the falafel. Add a dollop of the yogurt sauce to all. Garnish with extra lemon wedges (optional). Enjoy!