Name: Smashed Chickpeas with Pita
Yield: 2 Servings
Ingredients: 1 15-oz. can chickpeas, drained, rinsed, patted dry; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; Pita wedges and English hothouse cucumber slices (for serving)

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Alex Lau

This easy salad has all the flavors of a falafel without the deep-frying. Add a little feta if your kid prefers.

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