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Lentil Falafels
Ingredients (26)
- 3 cups cooked red lentils (about 1 1/2 uncooked cups)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 lemon, juice only
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Quick yogurt sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 lemon, juice only
- 2 tablespoons parsley, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Garnishes:
- 4 pita breads, halved
- Cucumber, sliced thin
- Fresh lettuce
- Red onion, sliced thin
- Feta cheese, crumbled
Directions
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