7-Ingredient Easy Falafel Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 19 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed(400g)
• 1 cup cilantro (30g // or parsley or a combination of both)
• 1.5 tbsp tahini (22g)
• 2 garlic cloves (6g)
• 1 lemon, juiced (20g)
• 1 tbsp chickpea flour (7g // can substitute any flour here)
• 1.5 tsp cumin
• 1 jalapeno, optional (15g)
• 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Add all the ingredients into a food processor and pulse until combined. Scrape down the sides with a spatula as needed. Mixture should hold together when pressed between your fingers.

2. 2

   Divide the mixture into 9 equal portions and roll into a ball. Keep them as is or flatten them into small patties (as shown in the photos).

3. 3

   TO BAKE: Bake at 350 F for 10 minutes. Flip the falafels and bake for another 8-10 minutes, until golden brown.

4. 4

   TO AIR FIR FRY: Air fry at 375 F for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown on the outside, shaking the basket half way.

5. 5

   TO PAN FRY: Drizzle a small amount of olive oil onto a large skillet over medium high heat and cook 3-4 minutes on each side.

6. 6

   Serve immediately in buddha bowls, pitas, wraps, sandwiches, salads and more!