Vegan Falafel Pitta with Hummus & Tzatziki

Pitta bread - This is a naturally vegan bread (usually found at Middle Eastern grocery stores, supermarkets and most general food stores). I used soft and pliable Lebanese pitta for this recipe. Avoid dry pitta because it will break when folding the sandwich.

Hummus - For a creamy and garlicky flavour (with a dominant hint of chickpeas). Store-bought is always an option, but I like using homemade hummus for falafel. It gives me more control over the flavours. And don’t worry, it’s a very basic recipe—a simple 3-step process.

Mixed salad of your choice - Fresh herbs are a staple in Lebanese sandwiches. I also like adding thinly sliced ripe tomatoes and onions, Lebanese pickles, fresh radish (thinly chopped), and tahini sauce. Cucumbers, bell peppers, and lettuce are also yummy additions.

Falafel - Crispy on the outside, soft and savoury on the inside. If using store-bought, look for the crunchiest and freshest golden-brown falafels.

Vegan Tzatziki - Creamy and refreshing. It can be hard to find shop-bought vegan tzatziki, but I have seen it in health shops. So, again, I’d suggest making it at home. Its recipe is even simpler than hummus.

Lemon juice (freshly squeezed) - Store-bought works, but it doesn’t replicate the refreshing flavour of fresh lemon juice.

Salt and pepper to taste.