Description
Quick Falafel is an easy, crispy, and flavorful vegetarian recipe made with canned chickpeas, garlic, parsley, and spices. This plant-based falafel recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, lunch wraps, or meal prep. Vegan, gluten-free, and freezer-friendly, it delivers authentic taste in half the time.
Ingredients
1 can chickpeas, drained and patted dry
2 cloves garlic
1 cup fresh parsley
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or chickpea flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying or brushing)
Instructions
1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly, then pat dry with paper towels.
2. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, lemon juice, flour, and baking powder. Pulse until the mixture holds together with some texture.
3. Scoop and shape the mixture into small balls or patties. If too sticky, chill for 10–15 minutes.
4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook falafel for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Alternatively, bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
5. Serve warm with your favorite sauce, in pita, or over salads.
Notes
Use a clean towel to dry chickpeas well before blending.
For a healthier version, bake instead of frying.
Add a pinch of cayenne if you prefer a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet or Oven
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 falafel
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg