Meatless Monday: Light and Healthy Falafel Burgers
By: Sheri Wetherell
Published: December 2, 2013

These light and crispy falafel burgers are richly spiced with cumin, chili powder and coriander then brightened with fresh parsley and a lemony tahini sauce. It's a satisfying and healthy lunch or dinner that will fill you up without making you feel guilty!
	Also try this version with a cool and creamy tzatziki sauce and a spicy kick of Sriracha!
 Falafel Burgers
Makes 4  
	For the burgers:
	2 cans garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
	1 small red onion, chopped
	2 cloves garlic, grated or finely chopped
	1 large handful parsley, chopped
	4 tablespoons flour
	1 tablespoon cumin
	1 tablespoon coriander
	1 tablespoon chili powder
	1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
	Salt and pepper, to taste
	1/4 cup vegetable oil
	For the Tahini Sauce:
	1/2 cup tahini paste
	3 tablespoons water
	2 Zest and juice of lemons
	Combine the chickpeas,onion, garlic, parsley, flour, spices, and salt, and pulse until the mixture is well combined. Form the mixture into 4 large patties.
	Heat the oil in a large, nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat. Cook for about 3 minutes per side.
	Make the tahini sauce: Whisk the tahini paste with the water, lemon juice and zest, salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a mixing bowl.
	Serve the burgers in pita pockets or on a bun. Top them with tahini sauce, lettuce, and tomato.