Falafel Sandwich with Zaatar Crunch

Falafel Sandwich with Zaatar Crunch

A classic falafel pita layered with tangy pickles, pickled turnips, fresh radishes, creamy tahini lemon dressing, and crushed Terranean za’atar pita chips for extra crunch.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 pita bread
  • 3–4 falafel balls
  • 2–3 tablespoons tahini lemon dressing
  • Pickles, sliced
  • Pickled turnips, sliced
  • 1–2 radishes, thinly sliced
  • Terranean za’atar pita chips, crushed

TAHINI LEMON DRESSING

  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2–3 tablespoons water, adjusted for desired consistency
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin, optional

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. To make the tahini lemon dressing, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, water, garlic, salt, and cumin, if using, until smooth and creamy.

  2. Adjust the water as needed to reach your preferred consistency.

  3. Warm the pita bread if desired.

  4. Add the falafel balls, then drizzle with the tahini lemon dressing.

  5. Layer with sliced pickles, pickled turnips, and radishes.

  6. Sprinkle generously with crushed Terranean za’atar pita chips.

  7. Fold the pita around the filling, slice in half if desired, and serve immediately.

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