Falafel Burger with Tahini

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 2-3 tbsp flour (to bind)
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 burger buns
• 4 leaves lettuce
• 1 tomato, sliced

Instructions

1. 1

   In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, chopped garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.

2. 2

   Pulse until coarse but holding together. Transfer to a bowl and stir in flour to help bind.

3. 3

   Form the mixture into 4 patties. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm up.

4. 4

   Make the tahini sauce: Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and a splash of cold water until smooth and creamy.

5. 5

   Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.

6. 6

   Serve patties on buns with lettuce, tomato, and a generous drizzle of tahini sauce.