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Falafel

Snack
Falafel is an all time-vegetarian favourite, it is tasty and satisfying and moreover, it is easy to make. Serve it how you like, on a salad or with warm pitta bread.
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Calories281kcal
Carbs32g
Protein11g
Fats11g
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Performance Benefits

This is a great snack, with slow releasing energy that will keep you full between meals.
Health Benefits

The herbs and spices in this dish contain natural anti-inflammatory properties that have been linked to the prevention of many age-related diseases.
Expert Tips

Increase the protein content of the meal by adding some quinoa and hummus

Equipment

  • Ovenproof dish
  • Medium skillet
  • Food processor or blender

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 Red onion (diced)
  • 1 clove Garlic (diced)
  • 1 tbsp Garam masala
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Cayenne pepper
  • ½ tsp Harissa spice
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tbsp Flour
  • 1 handful Coriander (fresh or ground)
  • 1 handful Parsley (fresh or ground)
  • 1 Lime (2 tsp of lime juice)
  • 400 g Chickpeas (1 tin of drained chickpeas)
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C. Heat 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil on a medium sized skillet. Add the onion and garlic, fry until golden brown.
  • Add the spices to the skillet and fry until aromatic.
  • Pour the contents of the skillet into a food processor with the drained chickpeas and remaining ingredients.
  • Blitz for 5 minutes, whilst leaving 1 tbsp of olive oil at medium heat on the skillet.
  • Mould the mixture into small balls using your hands and place onto the pan carefully. (If you’ve got time, leave the falafel balls in the fridge for 2 hours before cooking, this will help them to keep their shape when cooking).
  • Fry for 3 minutes on each side before placing in a small ovenproof dish. Put them in the oven for 5-10 minutes.
  • Serve with hummus or in a pita bread with salad and tzatziki sauce.

Ideas to serve with: hummus, tzatziki sauce or a quinoa salad

    Notes

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1ServingCalories: 281kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 11gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.7gSodium: 253mgPotassium: 342mgFiber: 6.9gSugar: 4.6gVitamin A: 98ugVitamin C: 10.3mgCalcium: 123mgIron: 3.7mg
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