Nutrition Facts

Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.

Calories 570kcal 28%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Carbohydrates 65g 21%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 6g 12%
Protein 19g 38%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 740mg 30%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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These Falafel Smash Pitas Are Super Easy—and Approved By My Arab Mom

Name: These Falafel Smash Pitas Are Super Easy—and Approved By My Arab Mom
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 (6-inch) fresh pita (9 ounces, 256g total); Homemade Falafel , prepared through Step 2 and chilled for 15 minutes; 3 Tbsp. (45ml) olive oil, divided; Shredded iceberg lettuce; Chopped fresh tomatoes; Chopped fresh cucumbers; Pickled turnips and pickled mixed vegetables Tahini Sauce With Garlic and Lemon (optional); Zhug (Yemenite Hot Sauce With Cilantro and Parsley) (optional)

Prep 20m

Cook 30m

Total 50m

This easy Falafel Smash Pitas recipe has been given the seal of approval by an Arab mom. With homemade falafel, fresh pita, crunchy vegetables, and optional tahini sauce and zhug, it's a delicious and convenient meal that's sure to please your taste buds.