Baked Falafel with Tahini Dip – Healthy, Crispy & Vegan🌱

Name: Baked Falafel with Tahini Dip – Healthy, Crispy & Vegan🌱
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 portions
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: chickpeas (cooked or from a can); small onion, chopped; garlic cloves, chopped; parsley, roughly chopped; cumin; coriander (ground); paprika powder; tahini; flour (e.g., chickpea flour for a gluten-free version); baking powder; Salt and pepper to taste; olive oil; lemon juice; maple syrup (optional, for some sweetness); water (depending on desired consistency)

50 min
medium
380 kcal

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Falafel are the perfect snack or meal for any day – healthy, crispy, and simply delicious! These baked falafel stand out with their savory flavor and perfect texture, without the need for frying. Combined with a homemade tahini sauce, it becomes a delightful experience. The tahini sauce is creamy and aromatic, perfectly rounding off the dish, making it a highlight of Mediterranean cuisine. Whether as a snack, in a wrap, or as part of a vegan meal – these falafel are the perfect choice for anyone mindful of healthy and sustainable eating!

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Ingredients

For the falafel

240 g chickpeas (cooked or from a can)

1 small onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, chopped

1 Bunch(es) parsley, roughly chopped

1 Teaspoon(s) cumin

1 Teaspoon(s) coriander (ground)

1 Teaspoon(s) paprika powder

2 Tablespoon(s) tahini

3 Tablespoon(s) flour (e.g., chickpea flour for a gluten-free version)

1 Teaspoon(s) baking powder

Salt and pepper to taste

2 Tablespoon(s) olive oil

For the tahini sauce

3 Tablespoon(s) tahini

1 Tablespoon(s) lemon juice

1 Teaspoon(s) maple syrup (optional, for some sweetness)

2 Tablespoon(s) water (depending on desired consistency)

Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Preparation time: 20 min
Cooking time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min

Prepare the falafel

1. Mash the chickpeas in a large bowl using a fork or an immersion blender until roughly mashed.

2. Add the onion, garlic, and parsley to the chickpea mixture and mix well.

3. Add cumin, coriander, paprika powder, tahini, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.

4. Using your hands or a spoon, shape the mixture into small balls (around 20-25 pieces). If the mixture is too sticky, add some extra flour.

5. Place the falafel balls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and brush with olive oil.

Bake

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan). Bake the falafel for about 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Flip halfway through.

Prepare the tahini sauce

1. For the tahini sauce, simply mix all the ingredients in a bowl. Add more or less water depending on the desired consistency. Season to taste.

Serve

1. Serve the baked falafel with the tahini sauce. Optionally, garnish with fresh coriander or lemon slices.

💡Tip

1. The falafel can also be served in a wrap or as part of a salad – a perfect meal for any occasion!

This recipe for Baked Falafel with Tahini Dip offers not only a delicious treat but also a healthy meal that is simple and quick to prepare. Enjoy cooking and eating!😊🌱

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