Make 3 Healthy Baked Falafel Types: Easy Vegan Recipe

Name: Make 3 Healthy Baked Falafel Types: Easy Vegan Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 cups Dried Chickpeas (soaked overnight in cold water); 1 medium Onion (roughly chopped); 4 large Garlic Cloves (peeled); 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley (packed, roughly chopped); 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro (packed, roughly chopped); 1 tablespoon Cumin; 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander; 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda; 1 teaspoon Salt (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (or to taste); 2 tablespoons Chickpea Flour (for binding); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for baking sheet); 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (for spicy variation); 1/2 cup Spinach (packed, for green variation)

Discover how to make 3 delicious and healthy types of baked falafel in this quick and easy recipe! Perfect for a nutritious meal or snack, these falafel are baked to perfection, offering a guilt-free alternative to the traditional fried version. Learn to create classic, spicy, and herby variations that everyone will love.

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Assorted Baked Falafel Platter

Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

35m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Middle Eastern

Hebrew

Nutrition (per serving)

250

Calories

12g

Protein

35g

Carbs

Fat

Golden Brown Falafel Fresh from Oven

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Spicy Baked Falafel with Dip

Instructions

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Drain the soaked chickpeas thoroughly. Ensure they are as dry as possible to achieve the best texture for the falafel.
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Drain the soaked chickpeas thoroughly. Ensure they are as dry as possible to achieve the best texture for the falafel.
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A salad spinner or towel can help dry chickpeas effectively.
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In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, ground coriander, baking soda, salt, and black pepper. Process until the mixture is finely chopped but not pureed, retaining a slightly coarse texture. Add chickpea flour and pulse again to combine.
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In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, ground coriander, baking soda, salt, and black pepper. Process until the mixture is finely chopped but not pureed, retaining a slightly coarse texture. Add chickpea flour and pulse again to combine.
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Avoid over-processing to prevent a pasty falafel. The mixture should hold together when pressed.

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Divide the falafel mixture into three equal parts. Leave one part as classic. For the second part, mix in red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. For the third part, add packed spinach and pulse briefly until just combined, creating a vibrant green falafel.
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Divide the falafel mixture into three equal parts. Leave one part as classic. For the second part, mix in red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. For the third part, add packed spinach and pulse briefly until just combined, creating a vibrant green falafel.
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Ensure spinach is well-drained before adding to avoid excess moisture.
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Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly brush with olive oil. Form the falafel mixtures into small, golf-ball-sized balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each.
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Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly brush with olive oil. Form the falafel mixtures into small, golf-ball-sized balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each.
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Lightly moisten your hands with water to prevent the mixture from sticking when forming balls.
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Bake the falafel for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch. Flip them halfway through baking for even browning. Serve hot with your favorite dips and fresh vegetables.
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Bake the falafel for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch. Flip them halfway through baking for even browning. Serve hot with your favorite dips and fresh vegetables.
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For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.