Easy Beet Falafel
A vibrant and nutrient-packed falafel made with beets and chickpeas, offering a delightful crunch and flavor for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked beets, chopped
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Breadcrumbs, as needed for consistency
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Gather all your ingredients and prep them.
- Combine beets, chickpeas, parsley, garlic, tahini, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, and lemon juice in a food processor. Pulse until chunky.
- Assess the mixture; add breadcrumbs if too wet.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or patties and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Serve warm with dipping sauce or in a pita.
Notes
These falafels can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze for later use!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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