Description
Crispy, flavorful falafel made in the air fryer for a healthier twist on the classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 small onion, roughly chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Add chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to a food processor.
- Pulse until well combined but still slightly chunky.
- Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in flour.
- Form into 12 small patties or balls.
- Brush with olive oil.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange falafel in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 10 minutes, flip, then cook 5 more minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- For crispier falafel, chill mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Serve in pita with tahini sauce and vegetables.
- Leftovers keep in fridge for 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 falafel
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: air fryer falafel, healthy falafel, chickpea recipe