Ingredients:
- 1 can chickpeas, drained
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tzatziki sauce (for serving)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Blend chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a food processor.
- Form into balls and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Serve with tzatziki sauce.
Health Advice: Baked falafel provides plant-based protein and fiber, while being lower in fat than fried versions. Serve with tzatziki for a cooling, probiotic-rich dip.
You can make healthier falafel at home in a few ways: Bake or air fry the dish instead of frying it in oil. Lower the amount of salt used in the recipe, or cut it out entirely. Add aromatics, herbs, and spices for more flavor, such as garlic, parsley, cilantro, or cumin.
Falafel has several qualities that may benefit your health in various ways. To start, it’s a good source of fiber and plant-based protein, two nutrients that work synergistically to help keep you full for longer throughout the day.
