Tyler McFarland on February 5, 2024
Updated on February 5, 2024 Found a mistake? Let us know!
Vegan Homemade Falafel Recipe
Try this delicious Vegan Homemade Falafel recipe, packed with Middle Eastern flavors and made with healthy ingredients like chickpeas, parsley, and aromatic spices.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Pulse chickpeas, onion, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, and spices together in a 2-quart food processor until just combined into a wet paste. Avoid overblending.
- Transfer the chickpea mixture to a large bowl and mix in bread crumbs until just combined. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or overnight.
- Shape the chilled falafel mixture into 1-inch balls, making around 18-20 balls.
- Heat about 1 inch of oil in a large frying pan with high sides to 350°F (180°C). Fry the falafel balls in batches of 6 for 3 minutes, flipping halfway. Once golden brown and crispy, transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, and sprinkle with salt.
- Serve the falafel as desired, such as in a sandwich, as a salad topping, or over greens with a side of tahini sauce.
- Nutrition per serving: Calories: 1344, Fat: 114g, Carbs: 68g, Fiber: 11g, Sugars: 10g, Protein: 18g
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
| Carbohydrates | 76 grams |
| Fiber | 15 grams |
| Protein | 20 grams |
| Fat | 11 grams |
| Calories | 490 calories |
| Sugar | 11 grams |
This Vegan Homemade Falafel recipe is a light and simple Middle Eastern dish that is perfect for a healthy lunch.
Made with high-fiber ingredients, it is suitable for those following a dairy-free, vegan, or vegetarian diet.
The falafel balls are deep-fried to achieve a crispy texture and can be easily prepared using a food processor.
With a few basic kitchen tools and ingredients, such as an ice cream scoop, a pyrex dish, and a mixing bowl, you can effortlessly whip up this tasty and nutritious meal.
Be sure to check out these recipes as well:
- Vegan Middle Eastern Pita Salad (Fattoush Salad)
- Vegan Pumpkin Spice Coffee
- Vegan One-Pot Butternut Squash Pilaf
- Vegan Southwestern Veggie-Packed Tater Tot Casserole
- Vegan Vegetarian “Meat” Sauce
- Vegan Vegetarian Potstickers
I’m Tyler McFarland, the editor and main author here. When I first went vegan 13 years ago, convenience products like veggie burgers and soy milk were a lot harder to find. Now they’re everywhere!