NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

3/4 cup cooked chickpeas

1 whole egg

3 egg whites

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1 small onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

1/4 tsp baking powder

2 tbsp tahini

Juice of half a lemon

1 garlic clove (for sauce)

1 cup mixed greens

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

• 2

  In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, whole egg, egg whites, parsley, cilantro, chopped onion, and garlic cloves. Pulse until the mixture forms a coarse, slightly chunky paste.

• 3

  Add the ground cumin, coriander, and baking powder. Pulse a few more times until well incorporated, being careful not to over-process; you want the texture to remain a bit rustic.

• 4

  Scoop the mixture into small patties or balls (about 4-5 per serving) and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly flatten them to form patties.

• 5

  Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the falafel are crisp on the outside and heated through.

• 6

  While the falafel bakes, prepare the tahini sauce by whisking together tahini, lemon juice, the extra garlic clove, and water (as needed) to achieve a smooth, pourable consistency. Season with a pinch of salt if desired.

• 7

  Arrange the mixed greens on a serving plate, top with the crispy falafel, and drizzle generously with the creamy tahini sauce.

• 8

  Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful and satisfying meal.