Healthy Baked Falafel Recipe

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: oats

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while oats can be a cost-effective binder.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is often less expensive.

Soak chickpeas in water overnight until doubled in size.

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Drain and rinse soaked chickpeas.

Blend chickpeas, onion, garlic, fresh herbs, spices, salt, black pepper, and baking powder in a food processor until coarse.

Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in flour, lemon juice, and water until combined.

Form mixture into small balls or patties.

Place falafel on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Drizzle or spray tops with olive oil.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.

Serve warm with tahini sauce or in pita bread.

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