cilantro falafel party plates

ingredients

4 servings

1 package organicgirl© romaine heart leaves ^♥
⅓ cup organicgirl© avocado cilantro dressing
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 packed cup parsley leaves
1 packed cup cilantro leaves
½ medium onion, chopped
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon turmeric
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

substitutions

^♥ substitute with little gems

directions

1. in a food processor combine chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, dressing, flour, garlic, cumin, salt, baking powder, turmeric, and cayenne. pulse until finely ground, scraping down sides of bowl as necessary.

2. portion chickpea mixture into 2 tablespoon-sized balls, place on a piece of parchment paper and flatten slightly into cakes.

3. in a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium, add falafel and cook, turning once, until browned on both sides, about 4 minutes per side.

4. in a large bowl, toss romaine, tomatoes, olives, cucumber, and onion with dressing, and divide between bowls.

5. top with falafel cakes and drizzle with more dressing.