#AirFryer Beetroot Falafel Recipe | How to make falafel recipe | EktasKitchen

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories and can provide a different texture.

tahini

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and offers a similar creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable for frying.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

Peel and chop the beetroot into small pieces.

Boil the beetroot in water until tender, about 15-20 minutes, then drain and cool.

In a food processor, combine the cooked beetroot, chickpeas, garlic, onion, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper.

Pulse the mixture until it forms a coarse paste, scraping down the sides as needed.

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add flour and baking powder; mix until combined.

Form the mixture into small balls or patties, about the size of a golf ball.

Place the falafel in the air fryer basket and brush with olive oil.

Air fry for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.

Remove from the air fryer and serve warm with lemon juice, tahini, or in pita bread with salad.

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