Baked Falafel

Clock Icon 45 minutes |
Servings: 12–15 pieces |
Prep: 15 minutes |
Cook: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 19 oz (540 mL) can fava beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup (250 mL) chickpeas, drained and rinsed (about ½ can)
  • 1-2 Tbsp (15-30 mL) water, as needed
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled and halved
  • 1 small red onion, chopped
  • 1 Tbsp (15 mL) lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp (15 mL) canola oil
  • 1 Tbsp (15 mL) chopped parsley
  • ½ tsp (2 mL) salt
  • ¾ tsp (3 mL) cumin

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare baking sheets by greasing generously with canola oil.
  3. Place fava beans and chickpeas in food processor and process until smooth. Adding 1- 2 tablespoons of water to reach desired consistency.
  4. Add all other ingredients and process until well blended.
  5. Scoop about 2 Tbsp (30 mL) of the mixture onto the prepared cookie sheets and flatten into rounds. Repeat until all mixture is used up.
  6. Bake for about 25-30 min, until golden brown all around. Flip patties halfway through baking.
  7. Serve in warm pita, with tzatziki and fresh lettuce/tomatoes/onions.

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