Paleo Falafel Burger
Say hello to the Paleo Falafel Burger, a mouthwatering twist on traditional falafel that's grain-free, gluten-free, and packed with wholesome, plant-based ingredients. These golden-brown patties are crafted from nutrient-rich staples like cashews, sweet potato, and fresh herbs, enhanced with warm spices like cumin and coriander for an irresistible flavor. Wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves instead of a bun and topped with vibrant slices of tomato and cucumber, this recipe strikes a perfect balance between indulgence and clean eating. Perfect for those seeking a healthy yet satisfying meal, this Paleo-friendly burger is ready in under 40 minutes and ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings. Whether you're paleo, vegan, or simply looking for a fresh take on burgers, this recipe delivers big on taste and nutrition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 large carrot
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 cup cooked sweet potato
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 lettuce leaves
- 1 sliced tomato
- 1 sliced cucumber
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a food processor, pulse the raw cashews until they form a coarse meal texture. Be careful not to over-process into a butter.
Peel the carrot and grate it using a box grater. Grate the zucchini as well, and use a clean cloth or paper towel to squeeze out excess moisture.
Add the grated carrot, zucchini, cooked sweet potato, parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, coriander, ground flaxseed, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the cashew meal in the food processor.
Process until all ingredients are well combined and form a crumbly dough. You may need to scrape down the sides of the bowl a few times to ensure even mixing.
Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties, about 1/2-inch thick.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the patties and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Transfer the patties to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for an additional 10 minutes to ensure they are cooked through.
While the patties are baking, prepare the lettuce leaves, sliced tomato, and sliced cucumber.
Once the falafel patties are done, allow them to cool slightly, then assemble the burgers: place each patty on a lettuce leaf, top with tomato and cucumber slices, and cover with another lettuce leaf.
Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy Paleo Falafel Burger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.4 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 564 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1045 mg | 22% | |
*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.
