Soy-Free Baked Falafel

Elevate your falafel game with this Soy-Free Baked Falafel recipe that's crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with bold Mediterranean flavors. Made with wholesome dried chickpeas, fresh parsley, cilantro, and a fragrant blend of cumin and coriander, this plant-based dish skips the fryer for a healthier, golden-baked finish. Simple yet satisfying, the falafel mixture comes together quickly in a food processor and requires minimal hands-on time before baking to perfection. Whether served in a warm pita, atop a vibrant salad, or dipped into creamy tahini, this recipe is ideal for those seeking an easy, soy-free, vegan alternative to traditional falafel. Perfect for meal prep or an impressive meatless main, it’s a guilt-free, flavor-loaded favorite you’ll return to again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried chickpeas
• 0.5 medium Onion
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 cup Fresh parsley
• 1 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Start by soaking the dried chickpeas for 12 to 24 hours in plenty of cold water. They will double in size, so ensure you have enough water to cover them.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly after soaking.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 4

In a food processor, combine the soaked and drained chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, baking powder, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice.

Step 5

Pulse the mixture until the ingredients are finely minced and a coarse texture is achieved. Be careful not to over-process; the mixture should not be a paste.

Step 6

If the mixture seems dry and crumbly, adjust by adding a tablespoon of water, one at a time, until it holds together when you form a ball.

Step 7

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and shape it into a ball or a small patty.

Step 8

Place each shaped falafel on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Once all falafel are shaped and on the baking sheet, brush the tops lightly with additional olive oil to ensure a good crisp.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the falafel are golden brown and crunchy on the outside.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 12

Enjoy your soy-free baked falafel with your favorite dipping sauce or in a pita with veggies and tahini sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(439.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1095.0

Total Fat 42.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2913.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.7g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 43.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 402.7mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 2645.6mg	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: 33.4%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 51.4%