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Crispy Baked Falafel Bowl Recipe with Easy Tahini Drizzle for Healthy Meals

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A healthy and satisfying baked falafel bowl featuring crispy falafel and a creamy tahini drizzle, perfect for quick weeknight meals or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 15 oz canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, packed
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, packed
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground paprika
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 2–3 tbsp all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
  • Olive oil spray
  • Tahini drizzle:
  • 1/3 cup tahini paste
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 3–4 tbsp warm water
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse canned chickpeas well, then pat dry with paper towels for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, chopped onion, and minced garlic to a food processor. Pulse 15-20 times until coarse but holds together when pressed. Avoid over-processing.
  3. Transfer mixture to a bowl. Stir in ground cumin, coriander, paprika, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Add 2 tablespoons flour and mix well. Add more flour if mixture is too wet to hold shape.
  4. Shape mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls or slightly flattened patties (about 12 pieces). Place on parchment-lined baking sheet and lightly spray or brush with olive oil.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake falafel for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. If browning too fast, reduce temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake 5 minutes longer.
  6. While falafel bakes, whisk together tahini paste, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and warm water until smooth and pourable.
  7. Assemble bowl with fresh veggies like cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, and greens. Top with baked falafel and drizzle generously with tahini sauce. Optionally sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds or fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat chickpeas dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Do not over-process chickpeas to avoid a paste-like texture. Lightly spray or brush falafel with olive oil before baking for best crispiness. Flip falafel halfway through baking for even browning. Tahini drizzle should be whisked just before serving to prevent separation. Air fryer can be used as an alternative cooking method at 375°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.

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Keywords: falafel, baked falafel, tahini drizzle, healthy meals, vegetarian, gluten-free option, quick dinner, meal prep

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