4pitapocket breads (6 inch), cut in half to form pockets
8slicestomato
16slicescucumber
SAUCE
1cupplain fat-free yogurtfrom 2-lb container
2tablespoonschopped fresh mint leaves
1⁄4 teaspoon ground cumin
Instructies
In 1-quart saucepan, heat 3⁄4 cup water to boiling.
Stir in bulgur.
Remove from heat; cover and let stand 30 minutes or until tender.
Drain; set aside.
Meanwhile, in food processor, combine beans, cilantro, onions, flour, 3 tablespoons water, the cumin, baking powder, salt and garlic.
Process with on/off pulses 10 times or until well blended and coarsely chopped (mixture will be wet).
Spoon mixture into large bowl.
Stir bulgur into bean mixture.
Divide mixture into 8 equal portions, about 1⁄4 cup each; shape each portion into 1⁄4-inch-thick oval-shaped patty.
In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat.
Place 4 patties in skillet; cook 8 minutes, turning once, until golden brown.
Transfer patties to platter; cover with foil to keep warm.
Repeat with remaining tablespoon oil and 4 patties.
Meanwhile, stir together sauce ingredients.
Spread 2 tablespoons sauce in each pita pocket.
Fill each with tomato slices, cucumber slices and falafel patty.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Patties can be baked at 400°F for 20 minutes on a greased cookie sheet, turning once, but they won’t have the crisp crust that comes from cooking on the stovetop. The patties can also be served in regular burger buns.