Skill Level: Intermediate. Serving Size: 2 falafel.
Servings 6
Calories 130kcal
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
- ½ large red onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 T. olive oil
- 2 T. lemon juice
- 2 tsp. cumin
- 2 tsp. coriander
- 1 ½ tsp. salt
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- ¼ cup almond flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 F. Grease sheet pan with oil.
- Combine all the ingredients in a food processor, except baking soda and flour. Pulse until the ingredients are mixed.
- Add the baking powder and flour.
- Continue pulsing until the mixture forms a ball.
- Roll the falafel into large balls and then press into 12, ½ inch thick patties, place on baking sheet.
- Drizzle tops of falafel with olive oil. Bake 25-30 minutes, flip at the 15 minute mark. Enjoy!!
Notes
Nutrition Information: Falafel is a great vegetarian option for those that want to limit/monitor the amount of animal protein consumed. Gluten-free, dairy free.
Calories: 130, Fat: 8g, Protein: 4g, Carbohydrates: 13g, Fiber: 4g, Added Sugar: 0g, Sodium: 650mg