Whole30 Falafel Burger
Elevate your Whole30 meal plan with these sensational Whole30 Falafel Burgers, bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors and packed with wholesome ingredients. These plant-based patties, crafted from chickpeas, fresh parsley, cilantro, and aromatic spices like cumin and coriander, offer a satisfying crunch thanks to a quick skillet sear in olive oil. Served lettuce-wrapped and topped with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, juicy tomato, and a drizzle of tangy Whole30-compliant tahini sauce, they deliver an irresistible, bun-free take on a classic burger. Perfect for a quick 30-minute dinner or lunch, these gluten-free, dairy-free falafel burgers are a flavorful, guilt-free indulgence that aligns with clean-eating goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 large red onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 0.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 large lettuce leaves
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 1 small cucumber, sliced
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 0.5 cup Whole30-compliant tahini sauce
Instructions
In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and baking powder. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped but not pureed.
Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and stir in the almond flour, mixing well to combine.
Form the mixture into 4 patties of equal size, about ½ inch thick.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the falafel patties and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the cooked patties from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to remove any excess oil.
To assemble the burgers, take one large lettuce leaf as a base, place a falafel patty on top, and add slices of tomato, cucumber, and avocado.
Drizzle with Whole30-compliant tahini sauce and cover with another lettuce leaf.
Repeat the assembly process for the remaining burgers.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Falafel Burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2019 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 134.1 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4281 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 173.3 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 62.9 g | 225% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.1 g | ||
| Protein | 69.9 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1122 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 38.7 mg | 215% | |
| Potassium | 5416 mg | 115% | |
*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.
