Falafel Waffles

Transform your falafel cravings with a creative twist—meet Falafel Waffles, a delicious and inventive recipe that reinvents the beloved Middle Eastern classic. These crispy, golden-brown waffles, made with a blend of chickpeas, fresh parsley, cilantro, and bold spices like cumin and coriander, are prepared effortlessly using a waffle iron for a fun, mess-free cooking method. Packed with plant-based protein and vibrant flavors, these waffles are perfect for a savory brunch, a satisfying lunch, or even a unique dinner. Serve them with creamy tahini sauce, zesty hummus, or a refreshing salad to complete the meal. Whether you’re a seasoned falafel fan or exploring new ways to enjoy vegetarian dishes, Falafel Waffles are sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Ground coriander
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Baking powder
• 4 tbsp All-purpose flour or chickpea flour
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Water (if needed)
• 0 N/A Nonstick spray (for waffle iron)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your waffle iron to medium-high heat and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, and baking powder. Pulse until the mixture is coarse but holds together when pressed.

Step 3

Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and stir in the flour and olive oil. If the mixture is too dry, add water 1 tablespoon at a time until it comes together.

Step 4

Scoop a portion of the falafel dough and press it into the waffle iron, spreading it out evenly. Cook for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining mixture.

Step 5

Carefully remove the falafel waffles and serve with tahini sauce, hummus, or a fresh salad on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	881.2 grams (881.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1012

Total Fat 40.30g	52%
Saturated Fat 5.60g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3956mg	172%
Total Carbohydrate 136.90g	50%
Dietary Fiber 34.00g	121%
Total Sugars 21.70g
Protein 38.60g	77%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 552mg	42%
Iron 23mg	125%
Potassium 2498mg	53%

*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: 34.1%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 51.4%