Description
Falafel Balls with Tahini Sauce make a delightful addition to any lunch box, combining crispy, golden-brown chickpea balls infused with fragrant herbs and spices. Paired with creamy tahini sauce, each bite is a flavorful adventure. Perfect for meal prep, these nutritious bites are not only easy to make but also provide a healthy, protein-packed option for busy days or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Water (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
- If using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight; otherwise, rinse canned ones.
- In a food processor, blend chickpeas, parsley, garlic, onion, cumin, and salt until slightly chunky.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and gradually mix in flour until well combined.
- Form small balls (about the size of golf balls) and place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown or fry in hot oil until crispy.
- For the tahini sauce, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, garlic powder (optional), and salt until smooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 falafel balls
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider adding diced jalapeños or swapping parsley for cilantro. Store leftover falafel in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days or freeze cooked falafel for up to three months.