Celebrate International Falafel Day by making these spicy falafel balls paired with a refreshing tzatziki sauce. The dish combines chickpeas, jalapeños, and zesty seasonings to create a delicious and satisfying meal. Perfect for serving with pita and fresh toppings.
1: Blend the chickpeas, jalapeño, onion, garlic, cilantro, cumin, salt, pepper, cayenne, and lemon juice.
2: Add flour to the blended mixture to form a sticky dough.
3: Form falafel balls and fry in coconut oil at medium/low heat until golden.
4: For tzatziki, mix mayo, Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, feta, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
5: Assemble the falafel in a whole wheat pita with toppings like sweet cherry tomatoes and spring mix lettuce.
