Sugar-Free Falafel de Lentilles

Discover the wholesome goodness of *Sugar-Free Falafel de Lentilles*, a nutrient-packed twist on traditional falafel perfect for healthy eating. This vegan recipe swaps chickpeas for hearty green lentils, lending a nutty, earthy flavor while staying naturally sugar-free and protein-rich. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and a touch of cayenne for a subtle kick, these golden pan-fried falafel balls are delightfully crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of hands-on time, they’re bound with gluten-free gram flour, making them ideal for gluten-intolerant diners as well. Pair these lentil falafels with a fresh salad, creamy hummus, or warm pita for a satisfying, plant-based meal everyone will adore.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Green lentils
• 1 medium, chopped Onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 cup, chopped Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 4 tablespoons Gram flour (chickpea flour)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the green lentils. Place them in a large bowl and cover with water. Soak for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 2

After soaking, drain the lentils well and add them to a food processor along with the chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and baking powder.

Step 3

Pulse the mixture in the food processor until it's well combined but still slightly coarse, being careful not to puree it.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and stir in the gram flour, adding it a tablespoon at a time, until the mixture holds together when formed into a ball.

Step 5

Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and shape each into a small ball or patty.

Step 6

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the falafel balls and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy, turning carefully with a spatula.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the falafel from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate to remove any excess oil.

Step 8

Serve warm, with your choice of sides such as salad, hummus, or pita bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(490.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	723.9

Total Fat 32.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2879.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.6g	0%
Total Sugars 15.1g
Protein 29.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 220.4mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 1855.4mg	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: 39.3%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 44.8%