Beetroot Falafel

Elevate your falafel game with this vibrant and wholesome Beetroot Falafel recipe! Packed with earthy beets, protein-rich chickpeas, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, these baked falafels are a healthier twist on the Middle Eastern classic. Gently spiced with cumin and coriander, they deliver a delightful balance of flavor and texture with a stunning natural crimson hue. Perfectly baked to golden brown perfection, these vegetarian and vegan-friendly falafels are ideal for serving in pita wraps, over crisp salads, or alongside creamy hummus and tangy tahini sauce. Quick to prep, oven-baked, and loaded with plant-based goodness, this recipe is a nutritious and colorful addition to your weeknight meal rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Beetroots
• 1 cup Chickpeas
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 tablespoons Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking 1 cup of chickpeas in water overnight. Drain and rinse the chickpeas before using them in the recipe.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 3

Peel the beetroots and grate them using a box grater or food processor. You should end up with approximately 1 cup of grated beetroot.

Step 4

In a food processor, combine the soaked chickpeas, grated beetroot, chopped onion, garlic cloves, parsley, cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Pulse the mixture until it is evenly combined and starts forming a dough-like consistency. Be careful not to puree completely; you want some texture in the falafel.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add in the flour and baking powder. Mix well until everything is combined.

Step 7

Shape the mixture into small balls or patties, roughly the size of golf balls.

Step 8

Place the falafel on a non-stick baking sheet, and gently press down each ball to slightly flatten it.

Step 9

Drizzle the falafel with olive oil, ensuring they are lightly coated.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until both sides are golden brown and crisp.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Step 12

Serve warm with your favorite sides like hummus, tahini sauce, pita bread, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	761.7 grams (761.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	952

Total Fat 36.00g	46%
Saturated Fat 5.10g	26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3070mg	133%
Total Carbohydrate 134.30g	49%
Dietary Fiber 30.00g	107%
Total Sugars 36.60g
Protein 31.30g	63%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 291mg	22%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 2207mg	47%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.8%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 54.5%