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Best Falafel Sandwich

March 4, 2020 by Mahy, Updated July 28, 2020 37 Comments

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Let’s uncover making the BEST Falafel Sandwich with the best Falafel sauce and toppings! This recipe will take over your ultimate favorite falafel wrap.

A hand holding a sandwich cut in half over a board of falafel sandwiches, lemon slices and green chillies

Say hello to the ultimate falafel sandwich. Seriously.

I’ve already shared how to make your falafel recipe at home. And you’ve probably realize how homemade falafel is easier than any ready mix.

close uf of two falafel sandwiches cut in half and stacked over each other showing the filling and texture of falafel

But for now we’re all about making a mouthwatering wrap or sandwich.

FALAFEL SANDWICH

You’ve probably had several pita wraps of falafel before, and I just wanna share why I feel this is the ONE to beat!

  • It’s starts with fresh pita bread.
  • The read is slathered in a falafel sauce (more on that below) so the sandwich is moist and juicy.
  • My choice for greens is arugula because I feel it compliments the sandwich perfectly.
  • The falafel is homemade so it’s tasty, fresh and crunchy.
  • A zesty Homemade Tabouleh or Tabouli salad is topped over the falafel for a spike of lemon, parsley and tomatoes.
  • Another thing is the red onions, I love the crunch they add and the taste.
  • Fresh mint. Yes it could be unusual, however this is like the secret ingredient! Don’t skimp on the fresh mint for the best falafel sandwich ever!
  • Throw in some green chillies or jalapeños for spice if you like.
  • A squeeze of lemon juice and the sandwich is ready to wrap!
  • Now Devour.

A set of four falafel sandwiches over a wooden board surrounded by lemon juice and tabouleh salad

Now while this for me is the ultimate falafel sandwich, you can jazz it up by adding in pickles, lettuce, or any other ingredient.

Before I get to the sauce, I want to mention the tablouleh or tabouli for a bit.  Yes it does involve a lot of chopping, however if you read this post : Speedy Quinoa Tabouleh With Tahini Dressing. There’s  a fantastic shortcut to making it in a snap!

A close up of falafel sandwich next to a bowl of tabouleh salad

If you’re still contemplating about making your salad at home, definitely feel free to buy store ready tabouleh. Alternatively, you can also add chopped parsley and tomatoes to your sandwich with an hefty squeeze of lemon juice.

The falafel, the star of the show, the hero of our sandwich, I absolutely prefer a homemade one. However, again, feel free to buy freshly fried falafel from your closest store and use them.

A hand Holding a falafel wrap showing the inside filing

Get to know and understand what falafel is, why homemade and so many tips on this post. Falafel Recipe and everything you need to know!

FALAFEL SAUCE

So just like every sandwich, the sauce is key. My ultimate favroite sauce to use with my falafel sandwich is this perfect tahini sauce.

Without a doubt, the tahini rocks the falafel sandwich. While I’ve had sandwiches slathered in hummus, and while they were still good, they’re just not as awesome as this!

A close up of a falafel sandwich showing the tahini sauce on the snadwich and dripping on a cutting board next to the sandwich

That Tahini Sauce is like one of life’s wonders! Here’s why I love it

  • It’s luscious. Pure lush actually.
  • Tahini sauce pairs with so many dishes, vegetarian or not.
  • It makes a great sauce to dip, a perfect salad dressing, a delicious sandwich spread and much more.
  • It takes 2 minutes to make using just a bowl and whisk.
  • You need simple few ingredients only.
  • Leftover Tahini sauce keeps in the fridge for weeks.
  • You can add garlic, herbs and so much more to suit your taste.

HOW TO MAKE FALAFEL WRAP

Here’s a simple step by step on assembling the falafel sandwich or falafel wrap.

A spoon spreading tahini sauce over pita bread

Open up the pita bread and spread the tahini sauce.

A hand putting falafel and arugula over the sandwich

Top the sauce with the greens (arugula here) and they will stick right away to the sauce.

A fork mashing the falafel inside the sandwich before piling the topping

Put your falafel over that and crush them with a fork. This opens up the falafel to soak up the lemon juice and all the toppings you’ll be adding.

A hand piling on red onions and tabouleh salad over the falafel

Now add in the Tabouli and red onions.

Don’t forget the mint.

A hand squeezing lemon over the falafel sandwich to finish it off

Finish off with a squeeze of lemon juice and wrap.

Serve right away! Serious LOVE happening here.

TIPS FOR THE BEST SANDWICH

  • Use a Pita bread that has a pocket so you can open it up and stuff it. Avoid using thick pita breads because they don’t roll up easily nor do they hold up the filing easily.
  • Make the tabouli salad ahead of time if you’re rushed that day or use store bought. Quick & Easy Tabouleh Salad recipe.
  • If you can’t do either for the tabouli, than substitute it with lots of freshly chopped parsley, tomatoes and extra lemon juice.
  • Make the tahini sauce ahead of time too if you need, other wise it only needs 3 minutes. Perfect Tahini Sauce recipe.
  • Use fresh fried falafel. Use this homemade falafel post to make it from scratch.
  • If you can’t make it from scratch, go to your favorite falafel store and ask to buy freshly fried falafel to make your own sandwich.
  • Add condiments to your taste on the sandwich, but don’t skimp on the mint!
  • ENJOY!

A finished falafel wrap close up showing the flafel, fresh mint and lemon slices.

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A hand holding a sandwich cut in half over a board of falafel sandwiches, lemon slices and green chillies
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Best Falafel Sandwich

Let’s uncover making the BEST Falafel Sandwich with the best Falafel sauce and toppings! This recipe will take over your ultimate favorite falafel wrap.
Course Appetizer, brunch, lunch
Cuisine Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Vegan, vegetarian
Keyword Falafel Sandwich, falafel Sauce, Falafel Wrap
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 sandwiches
Calories 360 kcal
Author Mahy

Ingredients

  • 4 Pita Breads with pocket
  • 1/2 cup tahini sauce
  • 1 cup arugula
  • 12 falafels
  • 1/2 cup tabouli salad
  • 1 red onion sliced small onion
  • 3 sprigs fresh mint
  • 1 lemon juiced

Instructions

  1. Start by preparing your pita breads. Open up your pita bread without going all the way through.
  2. Spread a layer of tahini sauce over the pita, top that with arugula and 3 falafels per sandwich.
  3. Use a fork to crush the falafel open over the sandwich. This allows the falafel to soak up all the flavors and toppings of the sandwich.
  4. Pile up the falafel with tabouli salad, red onions, fresh mint and finish off with a squeeze of lemon juice.
  5. Roll the pita bread into a sandwich or a wrap and enjoy.

Recipe Notes

TIPS FOR THE BEST SANDWICH

  • Use a Pita bread that has a pocket so you can open it up and stuff it. Avoid using thick pita breads because they don’t roll up easily nor do they hold up the filing easily.
  • Make the tabouli salad ahead of time if you’re rushed that day or use store bought. Quick & Easy Tabouleh Salad recipe.
  • If you can’t do either for the tabouli, than substitute it with lots of freshly chopped parsley, tomatoes and extra lemon juice.
  • Make the tahini sauce ahead of time too if you need, other wise it only needs 3 minutes. Perfect Tahini Sauce recipe.
  • Use fresh fried falafel. Use this homemade falafel post to make it from scratch.
  • If you can’t make it from scratch, go to your favorite falafel store and ask to buy freshly fried falafel to make your own sandwich.
  • Add condiments to your taste on the sandwich, but don’t skimp on the mint!
  • ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts
Best Falafel Sandwich
Amount Per Serving
Calories 360 Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Sodium 318mg14%
Potassium 342mg10%
Carbohydrates 44g15%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 12g24%
Vitamin A 802IU16%
Vitamin C 29mg35%
Calcium 122mg12%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Jacqueline Debono says

    March 15, 2020 at 3:00 pm

    5 stars
    These falafel wraps look fantastic. I love that you added tahini and tabouleh!

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 10:27 pm

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  2. Veena Azmanov says

    March 15, 2020 at 1:16 pm

    5 stars
    Best and favorite option at any meal. Delicious and perfect snack box option too. Love the yummy sauce options too.

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 10:28 pm

      I agree Veena! we love them!

      Reply
  3. Jordin says

    March 15, 2020 at 12:23 pm

    5 stars
    Wow! I can’t stop drooling over this, it looks so delicious! My family would love this, I can’t wait to make it for them!

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      March 18, 2020 at 1:33 pm

      Thank you!!

      Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 10:29 pm

      Thanks Jordin!!

      Reply
  4. Whitney says

    March 10, 2020 at 11:19 pm

    5 stars
    That Falafel sauce though! Amazing! This is a favorite in our household now!

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 10:31 pm

      Thanks Whitney

      Reply
  5. Amy Chung says

    March 10, 2020 at 9:40 pm

    5 stars
    Tahini and falafels are like a marriage made in heaven! Made this for the family for a lazy Sunday lunch and it was a hit!

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 10:31 pm

      So glad you enjoyed it Amy!!

      Reply
  6. Andrea Metlika says

    March 10, 2020 at 9:03 pm

    5 stars
    This looks absolutely fantastic. I really like the tahini sauce on this.

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 10:31 pm

      It’s all about the sauces too!

      Reply
  7. Anita says

    March 10, 2020 at 8:41 pm

    5 stars
    First time using falafel to prepare sandwiches, and they are so delicious. Will be making more falafel sandwiches in the future.

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 10:31 pm

      hahaha yaay!

      Reply
  8. Caroline says

    March 10, 2020 at 8:40 pm

    5 stars
    I’m a big fan of falafel sandwiches and agree, tahini is definitely the way to go.

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 10:32 pm

      Thanks Caroline!

      Reply
  9. Veena Azmanov says

    March 5, 2020 at 10:16 am

    5 stars
    I love Falafel Sandwich for Tiffin and these wraps looks super delicious. Best to enjoy with my vegan friends.

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 10:34 pm

      Oh yes!

      Reply
  10. Pamela says

    March 5, 2020 at 10:12 am

    5 stars
    My family loves this sandwich, especially the sauce!

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 10:34 pm

      Thanks Pamela!

      Reply
  11. Jen says

    March 5, 2020 at 9:11 am

    5 stars
    This was so delicious that it’ll definitely become part of our regular dinner rotation! So worth the little bit of extra work to make it homemade. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 10:35 pm

      So great to know that Jen!

      Reply
  12. Michelle says

    March 5, 2020 at 9:00 am

    5 stars
    Falafel sandwiches are one of my all-time favourite lunches! Can’t wait to try this one! Love that sauce too!

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 11:01 pm

      Thanks Michelle~

      Reply
  13. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says

    March 5, 2020 at 8:43 am

    5 stars
    I do love a falafel but I don’t think I have ever had a falafel sandwich – this looks absolutely delicious.

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 11:01 pm

      🙂 Thank you

      Reply
  14. Shannon says

    March 4, 2020 at 1:37 pm

    5 stars
    Ever since I switched to a plant based diet I’m always looking for good sandwich & wrap ideas. These look too good!

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      March 18, 2020 at 1:55 pm

      Thank you!!

      Reply
  15. Jacqueline Meldrum says

    March 4, 2020 at 12:37 pm

    5 stars
    My mouth was actually watering as I read your post. Those look amazing. I’ll be trying it soon, sharing it too.

    Reply
  16. Tawnie Kroll says

    March 4, 2020 at 12:09 pm

    5 stars
    This was so perfect for lunch, and I have leftovers too that I cannot wait to have tomorrow! Thank you!!

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      March 18, 2020 at 1:56 pm

      Yaay!!

      Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 11:01 pm

      Leftovers are just as awesome!

      Reply
  17. Jen says

    March 4, 2020 at 12:01 pm

    5 stars
    Who doesn’t love falafel!!! An absolutely delicious sandwich is perfect in every way.

    Reply
    • Mahy says

      April 7, 2020 at 11:01 pm

      Thanks Jen

      Reply
  18. Holly says

    March 4, 2020 at 11:42 am

    5 stars
    I’ve only ordered falafel at restaurants but you’ve made it approachable to me for an at home meal. Thanks!

    Reply

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