Low Carb Falafel
Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a Middle Eastern classic with our Low Carb Falafel recipe! Perfectly baked and packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like cauliflower, almond flour, and a fragrant blend of cumin, coriander, parsley, and cilantro, these falafels are both flavorful and keto-friendly. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes, this oven-baked version skips the frying but still achieves a golden, crispy exterior thanks to a gentle coating of olive oil. Serve them warm with a fresh salad or a creamy low-carb tahini sauce for a satisfying meal that won’t derail your healthy lifestyle. Whether you're following a low-carb diet or simply looking for a wholesome alternative, these cauliflower falafels are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cauliflower florets
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 2 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup Parsley, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 large Egg
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Steam the cauliflower florets until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Let them cool slightly.
In a food processor, combine the steamed cauliflower, almond flour, ground cumin, ground coriander, minced garlic, parsley, cilantro, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is well combined and has a coarse texture.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add the egg. Stir until the mixture is even and can be easily formed into balls.
Shape the mixture into small balls or patties, about 2 tablespoons each, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the falafels with olive oil on all sides to help ensure they crisp up nicely in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve the low carb falafels warm with a side of salad or low-carb dipping sauce, such as tahini sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.1 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 3092 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.3 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 766 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 25.6 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 2627 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
