Easy Falafels

Per serving

109kcal
2.5гProteins
7.2гFats
8.9гCarbs

Falafels are traditionally served in pita bread with chopped lettuce, tomato, and onion, and with tahini, a sesame sauce that can easily be found in your supermarket. But, this Middle Eastern treat is also super as a before-dinner appetizer or as a side dish.

Ingredients

  • (15 -19 ounce) can chickpeas, drained1
  • dry breadcrumbs1 cup
  • eggs2
  • chopped fresh parsley2 tablespoons
  • olive oil1 tablespoon
  • lemon juice1 teaspoon
  • garlic powder1 teaspoon
  • salt1⁄2 teaspoon
  • pepper1⁄2 teaspoon
  • ground cumin1⁄2 teaspoon
  • vegetable oil1⁄2 cup

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a food processor, combine all of the ingredients, except the oil. Mix on medium-high speed until well blended.

  2. 2

    Shape the mixture into 1-1/2-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on a cookie sheet sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Flatten the balls to about 1/2-inch thickness with the bottom of a heavy drinking glass. Brush the falafels with the oil and bake for 20 minutes, until golden brown on both sides, turning halfway through the baking.

Source: food.com
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