Description
Falafel Spiced Cucumber Bites bring Middle Eastern flavors to fresh cucumber rounds topped with a spiced chickpea mixture, tahini drizzle, and fresh herbs. They offer cool crunch with warm spice for a unique party appetizer.
Ingredients
2 large English cucumbers
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon tahini
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Extra tahini for drizzling
Instructions
1. Slice the cucumbers into 1/2-inch thick rounds and arrange on a serving platter.
2. Add chickpeas, garlic, tahini, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper to a food processor.
3. Pulse until the mixture reaches a chunky paste consistency.
4. Spoon or pipe the falafel mixture onto each cucumber round.
5. Drizzle with extra tahini and sprinkle with additional parsley if desired.
6. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Notes
Pulse the chickpea mixture just until combined, not completely smooth.
Use English cucumbers for cleaner slices with fewer seeds.
Prepare the topping mixture ahead and assemble just before serving.