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Falafel Pita with Tzatziki and Tomato Salad


 Summer is coming- which means tomatoes! I am anticipating a delicious harvest but wanted to celebrate them a little early with this delicious Greek-inspired recipe.


Ingredients:

2 plum tomatoes

1 red onion

1⁄2 pound package falafel

2 Mediterranean pitas 

4 ounces tzatziki 

vinegar, oil, salt, pepper, garlic


Method:

Cut tomatoes into 1⁄2-inch pieces. Finely chop 1⁄4 cup onion and 1 teaspoon garlic .

In a medium bowl, whisk to combine 1 tablespoon vinegar and 2 tablespoons oil. Stir in tomatoes, chopped garlic , and onions; season to taste with salt and pepper; set aside until ready to serve.

Shape falafel into 4 ( 1⁄2-inch thick) patties.

Brush both sides of each pita lightly with oil. Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium. Add 1 pita at a time and toast until warmed through. Wrap in foil or a clean kitchen towel as you go to keep warm.

Heat 3 tablespoons oil in same skillet over medium-high. Add falafel and cook until golden-brown, 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt.

Serve toasted pitas topped with falafel, tzatziki, and some of the tomato salad . Serve remaining salad alongside. Enjoy!

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