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Baked Falafels

A very healthy and light dish (especially if you skip the oil). To be accompanied by a good salad, tzatziki, tehina, and pita bread for a delicious protein-rich meal. Lighter than the traditional fried recipe.

Vegetarian Vegan Weight Watchers Public
Course: Main course
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Rest time: 60 minutes
Energy: 368 kcal / serving

Instructions

  • 1.   The day before, soak the chickpeas in plenty of water.
  • 2.   Rinse and drain the chickpeas.
    Dry them well.
  • 3.   Blend until you get a kind of semolina.
  • 4.   Mix them with the chopped onion, garlic, salt, and spices.
  • 5.   Chop the parsley and coriander if using.
  • 6.   Incorporate into the mixture, cover, and let it rest for 1 hour.
  • 7.   Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • 8.   Shape the mixture into slightly flattened walnut-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet. If the mixture is too soft, gradually add flour.
  • 9.   Drizzle with oil and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking to brown evenly.

Notes & Suggestions

  • You can sprinkle sesame seeds on top before baking.

Ingredients for servings

  • 250 g of dried chickpeas
  • 1 small onion
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 bunch of parsley
  • 1 bunch of fresh coriander (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 3 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon of chickpea flour (optional)
  • 2 tablespoon of flour (optional)

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Nutritional information *

  •  
    Per serving
    % RDA
  • Energy value
    368 kcal
    18 %
  • Fat
    14,42 g
    21 %
  • of which saturated
    1,98 g
    10 %
  • Carbohydrates
    35,14 g
    14 %
  • of which sugar
    5,38 g
    6 %
  • Protein
    14,91 g
    30 %
  • Fibers
    10,42 g
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* As an indication, before cooking, RDA of the EU.