A freshly made falafel wrap is a delightful, flavorful, and satisfying meal that combines crispy, savory falafel with fresh vegetables and creamy tahini sauce, all rolled in a soft bread like shrak or tortilla.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Quick and Easy: Prepped and assembled in just 5 minutes—perfect for busy mornings or a speedy lunch.

  • Full of Flavor: Crisp falafel, tangy tahini sauce, and fresh veggies create an irresistible combination.

  • Customizable: Easily tweak ingredients like vegetables or add a dash of hot sauce to suit your taste.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

  • 1 shrak or tortilla

  • 7 falafels

  • 2 tbsp tahini sauce

  • ½ cucumber, thinly sliced

  • ½ tomato, thinly sliced

  • ¼ onion, thinly sliced

  • A handful of mint leaves

  • ¼ lemon, thinly sliced

  • 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)

Tahini Sauce Ingredients

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • ¼ cup lemon juice

  • ½ cup tahini

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 4–6 tbsp water (add more if necessary)

Directions

  1. Spread the tahini sauce evenly over the shrak or tortilla.

  2. Mash the falafel balls into the sauce layer.

  3. Add the cucumber, tomato, onion, mint leaves, and lemon slices.

  4. Drizzle hot sauce if using.

  5. Roll up the wrap burrito-style, folding tightly.

  6. Enjoy immediately.

Servings and Timing

  • Servings: 1 wrap

  • Prep time: 5 minutes

  • Total time: 5 minutes

Variations

  • Swap the shrak/tortilla with pita, lavash, or laffa (a thicker Middle Eastern flatbread) for a different texture.

  • Add extra crunch with pickled vegetables or a side of tabbouleh.

  • Include different sauces, like hummus or tzatziki, for a creamy twist.

Storage/Reheating

  • Best eaten fresh, as vegetables and falafel may lose texture over time.

  • If needed, refrigerate leftover components separately.

  • Reheat falafel gently in an oven or skillet before assembling the wrap to preserve crispness.

FAQs

  1. What bread can I use besides shrak or tortilla?
    Try pita, laffa, flatbread, or any wrap that holds fillings well—choose based on your texture and flavor preference.

  2. Can I prepare this wrap ahead of time?
    You can prep ingredients separately, but assemble just before eating to keep vegetables crisp and falafel from becoming soggy.

  3. Is it possible to make the falafel gluten-free?
    Yes—use gluten-free wraps and ensure your falafel recipe and tahini sauce ingredients are gluten-free.

  4. Can I use frozen falafel?
    Absolutely—just thaw and warm according to package instructions before adding to the wrap.

  5. How can I make the wrap spicier?
    Incorporate hot sauce, add sliced jalapeños, or mix in spicy harissa into the tahini sauce.

  6. What other sauces work well?
    Hummus, tzatziki, or even a garlicky yogurt sauce pair nicely with falafel and veggies.

  7. Is this wrap suitable for a vegan diet?
    Yes—just check that your falafel and tahini sauce are free from dairy or other animal products.

  8. Can I include more protein?
    Yes—add chickpeas, grilled veggies, or your favorite plant-based protein to bulk it up.

  9. How do I keep the wrap from falling apart?
    Spread sauce first to help ingredients stick; don’t overfill; wrap tightly for a secure fold.

  10. What sides pair well with this wrap?
    Great options include tabbouleh, fattoush salad, pickled veggies, or a light lentil soup.

Conclusion

This Falafel Wrap (Authentic, Simple & Tasty) is a flavorful and quick meal perfect for any time of day. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you can enjoy a fresh, customizable wrap bursting with Middle Eastern flavors in about 5 minutes.

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  • Author: Yusraa
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 wrap
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A quick, flavorful Middle Eastern-inspired wrap featuring crispy falafel, fresh vegetables, and creamy tahini sauce, all rolled in soft shrak or tortilla bread—ready in just 5 minutes.


Ingredients

1 shrak or tortilla

7 falafels

2 tbsp tahini sauce

½ cucumber, thinly sliced

½ tomato, thinly sliced

¼ onion, thinly sliced

A handful of mint leaves

¼ lemon, thinly sliced

1 tsp hot sauce (optional)

Tahini Sauce:

4 garlic cloves, minced

¼ cup lemon juice

½ cup tahini

½ tsp salt

46 tbsp water (adjust for consistency)


Instructions

  1. Prepare the tahini sauce by mixing minced garlic, lemon juice, tahini, salt, and water until smooth.
  2. Spread 2 tbsp of the tahini sauce evenly over the shrak or tortilla.
  3. Mash the falafel balls into the sauce layer to help them stick.
  4. Add cucumber, tomato, onion, mint leaves, and lemon slices over the falafel.
  5. Drizzle with hot sauce if using.
  6. Roll the wrap burrito-style, folding tightly to secure.
  7. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For a different texture, use pita, lavash, or laffa bread.
  • Add pickled vegetables or tabbouleh for extra crunch and freshness.
  • Swap or mix sauces—hummus, tzatziki, or garlicky yogurt sauce work well.
  • Keep ingredients separate until ready to assemble for maximum freshness.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Wraps
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 wrap
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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