Easy Baked Falafel with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce

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Easy Baked Falafel with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce

Easy Baked Falafel with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    46

Embark on a culinary journey to the Middle East with these delightful baked falafel, a lighter take on the traditional fried version. Infused with aromatic spices and served with a refreshing cucumber-yogurt sauce, they're perfect for a satisfying and healthy meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    29 g
  • Cholesterol
    47 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    8 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    587 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat Oven & Prepare Baking Sheet: Coat a 9x13-inch metal baking pan with cooking spray and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Place the pan inside the oven and preheat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

Process Falafel Ingredients: In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, cilantro, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, cumin, salt, red pepper flakes, and baking powder. Pulse until the mixture is minced but not yet pasty. (5 minutes)

03

Step

Combine & Mix: Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Stir in flour and egg until fully incorporated. (3 minutes)

04

Step

Bake Falafel: Remove the hot baking pan from the oven. Drop golf ball-sized portions of the chickpea mixture onto the hot pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes. (20 minutes)

05

Step

Flip & Continue Baking: Brush the falafel with the remaining olive oil and flip them over. Continue baking until golden brown on both sides, about 15 to 20 minutes more. (20 minutes)

06

Step

Prepare Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce: While the falafel are baking, combine yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl. Season with salt and cayenne pepper to taste. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. (5 minutes)

07

Step

Serve: Serve the baked falafel warm with the chilled cucumber-yogurt sauce. Enjoy in pita pockets with your favorite toppings such as diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and cucumber slices.

For a smoother falafel, soak the dried chickpeas overnight before using.
Squeezing the cucumber dry prevents the sauce from becoming watery.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes and cayenne pepper to suit your spice preference.
Serve with a side of tahini sauce or hummus for added flavor.

Buford Leannon

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 15 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)

  • Francisco Green

    Jun 18, 2025

    These were surprisingly easy to make and so much healthier than fried falafel! The yogurt sauce is the perfect complement.

  • Nola Stracke

    Apr 1, 2025

    The recipe is well-written and easy to follow. I will definitely be making these again!

  • Rowena Windler

    Feb 2, 2025

    My kids loved these! I served them in mini pita pockets with some hummus and veggies.

  • Adolfo Ondricka

    Jan 19, 2025

    I added a pinch of turmeric to the falafel mixture for color and a little extra flavor. They turned out great!

  • Adolf Bashiriandeckow

    Jan 6, 2025

    I didn't have fresh parsley, so I used dried parsley. It still tasted good, but I'll use fresh next time.

  • Tyler Macgyver

    Dec 20, 2024

    The baking time was perfect, and the falafel were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

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