Falafel Pita Bowls with Hummus

Instructions

1. 1

   Drain the chickpeas and pat them very dry with a towel; dry chickpeas keep the falafel from falling apart.

2. 2

   Pulse chickpeas, parsley, onion, garlic, cumin, 1 tsp salt and the flour in a food processor until finely chopped but not pasty. Shape into 16 small patties.

3. 3

   Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the falafel 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.

4. 4

   While they cook, dice the cucumber and halve the tomatoes. Warm the pitas and cut into wedges.

5. 5

   Build bowls with a big spoonful of hummus, the falafel, cucumber and tomatoes, with pita on the side. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon if you like.