Gluten-Free Beetroot Falafel

Brighten up your mealtime with these vibrant Gluten-Free Beetroot Falafels, a healthy twist on the classic Middle Eastern favorite. Made with naturally sweet grated beetroot, protein-packed chickpeas, fragrant fresh parsley, and aromatic spices like cumin and coriander, these falafels are as flavorful as they are colorful. The recipe is entirely gluten-free, using gluten-free flour as the binding agent, and baked to golden perfection for a healthier, oil-light alternative to frying. Ready in just 35 minutes, these falafels are perfect for dipping, stuffing into a gluten-free pita, or serving as a hearty salad topper. Each bite offers a crispy exterior with a soft, earthy interior, bursting with wholesome goodness. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone seeking a nutritious, gluten-free meal idea!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raw beetroot, grated
• 1 can Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 0.5 cup Gluten-free flour
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, grated beetroot, minced garlic, and fresh parsley. Pulse until the mixture is finely ground but not pureed.

Step 3

Add the gluten-free flour, ground cumin, ground coriander, baking powder, salt, ground black pepper, and lemon juice to the chickpea mixture in the food processor. Pulse until everything is well combined.

Step 4

Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball, and flatten them slightly to form patties.

Step 5

Place the falafel patties onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops lightly with half of the olive oil to promote even browning.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then carefully flip each falafel and brush with the remaining olive oil. Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the falafels are golden brown and crisp on the outside.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Step 8

Serve the gluten-free beetroot falafels with your favorite dipping sauce or in a gluten-free pita or wrap with veggies.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	866.5 grams (866.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1141

Total Fat 39.70g	51%
Saturated Fat 5.60g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3129mg	136%
Total Carbohydrate 167.50g	61%
Dietary Fiber 36.20g	129%
Total Sugars 30.30g
Protein 38.50g	77%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 511mg	39%
Iron 21mg	115%
Potassium 2776mg	59%

*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: 30.2%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 56.7%