Keto Falafel

Satisfy your cravings for traditional Mediterranean flavors with this low-carb, Keto Falafel recipe! Made with riced cauliflower, almond flour, and a blend of fresh parsley, cilantro, onion, and aromatic spices, these golden-brown falafel bites deliver all the herby, savory goodness you love—without the carbs. The addition of coconut flour and an egg ensures a firm texture, while baking them in olive oil gives them that signature crispy exterior. Perfectly suited for keto diets, these easy-to-make falafels are ready in just 40 minutes and pair beautifully with creamy tzatziki, avocado dip, or a fresh salad. Enjoy a guilt-free, gluten-free, and flavorful twist on a classic dish that’s ideal for meal preps, party platters, or weeknight dinners!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cauliflower florets
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 2 tablespoons Coconut flour
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly oil it.

Step 2

In a food processor, pulse the cauliflower florets until they resemble rice.

Step 3

Transfer the cauliflower rice to a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible; this will help the falafel mixture hold together better.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the drained cauliflower rice, almond flour, coconut flour, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground black pepper, salt, egg, and baking powder.

Step 5

Mix well until the mixture holds together. If needed, add an extra tablespoon of almond flour to firm up the mixture.

Step 6

Using your hands, shape the mixture into small, round balls, about the size of a golf ball, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Brush the tops of the falafel balls with olive oil to help them crisp up in the oven.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and firm on the outside.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve the falafel with your favorite keto-friendly dipping sauce, like tzatziki or avocado dip, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(785.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1272.2

Total Fat 102.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 196mg	0%
Sodium 3090.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.7g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 42.2g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 678.9mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 2408.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.2%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 20.5%