Name: Falafel Sliders with Tahini Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 box falafel mix (or about 15 prepared falafel balls); Water (if using dry mix); Olive oil (for brushing or frying, optional); 2 cups shredded red cabbage; ¼ cup tahini; 2 Tbsp lemon juice; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 Tbsp water; Salt and pepper, to taste; 8–10 slider buns or small pita rounds; ½ cup hummus; 1–2 tomatoes, thinly sliced; 1 cup arugula, spinach, or mixed greens; Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Description

These falafel sliders with tahini slaw are a Mediterranean-inspired handheld delight featuring crispy falafel patties layered with hummus, tomato, greens, and a creamy, nutty cabbage slaw on soft slider buns. Perfect for parties, dinners, or appetizers, they’re flavorful, customizable, and vegetarian-friendly.

Ingredients

1 box falafel mix (or about 15 prepared falafel balls)
Water (if using dry mix)
Olive oil (for brushing or frying, optional)
2 cups shredded red cabbage
¼ cup tahini
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
2 Tbsp water
Salt and pepper, to taste
8–10 slider buns or small pita rounds
½ cup hummus
1–2 tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 cup arugula, spinach, or mixed greens
Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare falafel according to package or recipe. Form into small patties and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, air fry for 10–12 minutes, or shallow fry until golden and crisp.
In a bowl, whisk tahini, lemon juice, garlic, water, salt, and pepper until smooth. Toss with shredded cabbage and let rest 10 minutes.
Optional: lightly toast slider buns or pita for extra texture.
Assemble sliders: spread hummus on bottom bun, add greens, tomato slice, and a spoonful of tahini slaw. Top with falafel and garnish with fresh herbs. Cover with top bun.
Serve immediately while falafel is warm.

Notes

For extra richness, add crumbled feta or goat cheese.
Use pickled onions or cucumbers for a tangy crunch.
Swap buns for lettuce wraps or flatbread for lighter options.
Add harissa or hot sauce for a spicy variation.
Store falafel and slaw separately; assemble sliders just before serving to avoid sogginess.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baked or Fried
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slider
Calories: 210
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 360 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 6 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg