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Crispy Baked Falafel Bowls Recipe Easy Homemade with Creamy Tahini Sauce

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A quick and easy baked falafel recipe that delivers crispy, golden falafel balls paired with a smooth, creamy tahini sauce. Perfect for a wholesome, plant-based meal without the mess of frying.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 small onion, roughly chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup (15 g) fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (15 g) fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free option)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing before baking)
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) tahini paste
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 2–3 tbsp water (to thin sauce)
  • Salt to taste
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Cooked quinoa, rice, or mixed greens (for serving)
  • Fresh cucumber, diced
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Pickled red onions or turnips (optional)
  • Fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add drained chickpeas, chopped onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to a food processor. Pulse until a coarse, crumbly paste forms, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. If mixture is too loose, add flour and baking powder, then pulse briefly to combine.
  3. Transfer mixture to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
  5. Portion falafel mixture with a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop and roll into 1.5-inch balls. Place evenly spaced on the baking sheet (about 18-20 balls).
  6. Lightly brush falafel balls with olive oil to promote crisping.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  8. While baking, whisk together tahini paste, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and water until smooth and pourable. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  9. Assemble bowls with cooked quinoa or greens, top with baked falafel, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, pickled veggies if using, and drizzle with tahini sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

Brush falafel balls with olive oil before baking to achieve a crispy crust. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet for even crisping. Use canned chickpeas rinsed and patted dry to reduce moisture. If mixture is too wet, add more flour and pulse again. Flip falafel halfway through baking for even browning. The tahini sauce can be thinned with water to desired consistency. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with chickpea or almond flour.

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