Low Fat Crispy Homemade Falafels
Satisfy your falafel cravings guilt-free with these **Low Fat Crispy Homemade Falafels**—a flavorful, golden-brown delight that’s oven-baked, not fried, making it a healthier twist on the classic Mediterranean favorite. Made with protein-packed dried chickpeas, fresh parsley, cilantro, and a fragrant blend of spices like cumin and coriander, these falafels are bursting with bold, authentic flavors. A quick chill in the refrigerator ensures perfect texture, while a light spritz of olive oil spray helps achieve a heavenly crisp exterior. Ready in under an hour, these falafels are perfect for stuffing into pitas, pairing with hummus, or serving over a vibrant salad. Whether you're aiming to eat lighter or simply enjoy homemade Mediterranean goodness, this easy recipe is a must-try! Keywords: low fat falafels, crispy baked falafels, homemade falafel recipe, Mediterranean appetizer, healthy vegetarian recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried chickpeas
- 0.5 medium Onion
- 3 units Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
Rinse 1 cup of dried chickpeas thoroughly. Soak them in water for at least 12 hours or overnight, ensuring the water level is a couple of inches above the chickpeas.
Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas and add them to a food processor along with half a medium onion, roughly chopped.
Add 3 cloves of garlic, 1/2 cup of fresh parsley, 1/2 cup of fresh cilantro, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of ground coriander, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
Season the mixture with 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
Pulse the mixture until it reaches a coarse paste consistency. Be careful not to overprocess, the mixture should hold together but maintain some texture.
Transfer the falafel mixture to a bowl, cover it, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with olive oil spray.
Form the falafel mixture into small balls or patties, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the tops of the falafels with olive oil spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
Bake the falafels in the preheated oven for around 15 minutes, then flip them over, and bake for another 10-15 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides.
Remove the falafels from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm with pita bread, hummus, or a fresh salad for a delicious and healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 13.8 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2888 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.2 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.3 g | 137% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.4 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 333 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2312 mg | 49% | |
*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.
