Oven-Baked Falafel

Falafel is a popular street food in the Middle East and is often served in a pita bread with salad and sauces.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Oven-Baked Falafel

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Appetizer, Lunch Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 14 ounce Chickpeas
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 cup Fresh parsley
• 1 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Tahini
• 2 tablespoon Water
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until well combined but still slightly chunky.
3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, and water. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
4. Gradually add the flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the mixture holds together and is not too sticky.
5. Shape the mixture into small patties and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the falafel is golden brown and crispy.
7. Allow the falafel to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
8. Serve the oven-baked falafel with pita bread, tahini sauce, and your choice of toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 3g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.