A delicious and healthy falafel bowl packed with flavor and nutrients.
Author:Ghalina
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Frying
Cuisine:Middle Eastern
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup dried chickpeas
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp coriander
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp baking powder
Oil for frying
4 cups mixed greens
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1/2 cup tahini sauce
Instructions
Soak the chickpeas in water overnight.
Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then blend them with onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and baking powder until a coarse mixture forms.
Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry the falafel until golden brown on all sides.
In a bowl, layer mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and falafel.
Drizzle with tahini sauce before serving.
Notes
For a healthier option, bake the falafel instead of frying.
Serve with pita bread for a complete meal.
Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.