Falafel can be tough to make on a weeknight, so we're doing a simpler 'deconstructed' version for hearty and delicious Mediterranean wraps. Serve it up with a side of tomato and cucumber salad for the best of summer's bounty!
For both falafel and salad | Parsley / Shallots - Prep as directed. (Can be done up to 4 days ahead)
Make tahini sauce - Mince garlic. Mix tahini with water, lemon juice, and garlic. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be done up to 4 days ahead)
Heat up your broiler (we promise to keep the oven time short, because it’s hot!) and situate top rack so that it’s about 6” (15cm) from heat source.
Spread chickpeas out onto a sheet pan and using a tenderizer, smash beans some so they’re just slightly split. Toss chickpeas with panko, oil, cumin, coriander, and some salt and pepper. Re-spread out on the sheet pan and broil for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking and rotating pan once midway through.
Once chickpeas are done, you can also toast flatbreads under broiler - just a minute on each side will do.
Toss chickpeas with the falafel’s portion of parsley and shallots, tahini sauce, and za’atar (if using).
Toss tomatoes and cucumbers with the salad’s portion of parsley and shallots, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Divide deconstructed falafel and arugula across flatbreads and roll up. Enjoy with tomatoes and cucumbers on the side.