Falafel Waffles

Ingredients

1 15-oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 large egg 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for greasing waffle iron 1/2 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup parsley leaves 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup plus 2 Tbsp. dry bread crumbs Cucumber slices and yogurt or sour cream, optional

Preparation

1. Combine chickpeas, egg, olive oil, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, baking powder, zest and salt in a food processor. Pulse until mixture is well combined but not completely smooth. Scrape into a bowl and stir in bread crumbs.

2. Heat waffle iron. Brush grids with olive oil. Scoop dough onto iron. Close iron; cook until waffles are lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes or as manufacturer recommends. Serve with cucumbers and yogurt, if desired.

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