NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz ground turkey

0.25 cup chickpeas

1 tsp olive oil

0.5 cup non-fat Greek yogurt

1 tsp tahini

1 tsp lemon juice

0.25 cup fresh parsley

0.25 cup fresh cilantro

0.5 tsp ground cumin

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a small food processor, pulse the chickpeas, fresh parsley, and fresh cilantro until finely minced but not a paste.

• 2

  In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, the chickpea-herb mixture, ground cumin, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.

• 3

  Mix thoroughly by hand until the ingredients are well incorporated, then form into 4 to 5 small, even patties.

• 4

  Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

• 5

  Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.

• 6

  While the falafel cooks, whisk together the non-fat Greek yogurt, tahini, and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.

• 7

  Serve the crispy falafel patties immediately with the zesty tahini sauce drizzled over the top or on the side.