Lentil Falafels

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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

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