Smokin Chipotle Falafel Gyros

Craving bold flavors wrapped in a handheld delight? These Smokin Chipotle Falafel Gyros bring a fiery twist to the classic Mediterranean favorite. Made with wholesome chickpeas, smoky chipotle peppers, and a blend of aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, these crispy falafel patties pack a punch of earthy heat. Nestled inside warm, fluffy pita bread and topped with tangy yogurt-tahini sauce, fresh cucumber, ripe tomato, and red onion, every bite delivers a perfect balance of spice and refreshing crunch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for dinner or a flavorful weekend lunch. Whether you're a fan of spicy fusion or simply love a great gyro, these chipotle-infused wraps are guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 0.5 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup breadcrumb
• 2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.75 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
• 4 pieces pita bread
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
• 0.5 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, chipotle peppers, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is well-combined but retains some texture.

Step 2

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the breadcrumbs until the mixture holds together. Form into small patty shapes (about 2 tablespoons of mixture per patty).

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the falafel patties in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, tahini, and lemon juice to make the sauce. Set aside.

Step 5

Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until pliable.

Step 6

To assemble the gyros, place 3-4 falafel patties in the center of each pita. Top with cucumber slices, tomato slices, red onion, and a drizzle of the yogurt-tahini sauce.

Step 7

Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley, fold the pita around the fillings, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1735.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2211.9

Total Fat 70.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.6g
Cholesterol 24.5mg	0%
Sodium 5242.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 314.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.7g	0%
Total Sugars 50.4g
Protein 102.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3336.3mg	0%
Iron 10747.2mg	0%
Potassium 4167.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.5%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 54.8%