Whole30 Baked Falafel

Elevate your plant-based cooking game with this Whole30 Baked Falafel recipe—an irresistible twist on a Mediterranean classic, crafted without legumes or grains! Made with nutrient-packed cauliflower, fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, and naturally gluten-free almond flour, these oven-baked falafels are golden brown and perfectly crisp without a drop of frying. Seasoned with warming spices like cumin and coriander, and brightened by zesty fresh lemon juice, these tender patties are as flavorful as they are healthy. Ready in just 45 minutes, they're perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. Serve them warm with a crisp salad or a Whole30-compliant dip for a wholesome dish that’s bursting with vibrant flavors, fully vegan, and paleo-friendly. Perfect for meal prep and brimming with clean, wholesome ingredients, this recipe is proof you don’t need chickpeas to enjoy falafel!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Cauliflower florets
• 1 medium Carrot
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup Almond flour
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a food processor, pulse cauliflower florets until they resemble rice-like consistency. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel and grate the carrot, then add it to the bowl with the riced cauliflower.

Step 4

Add the parsley, cilantro, almond flour, ground cumin, ground coriander, minced garlic, and diced red onion to the bowl. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, baking powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the olive oil mixture over the cauliflower mixture and mix thoroughly until the ingredients bind together.

Step 7

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and form it into a small patty. Repeat until all the mixture is used, placing each falafel on the baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then flip the falafels and bake for another 15 minutes until they are golden brown and firm.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with a side of mixed greens or compliant dipping sauce for a delightful meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(440.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	667.2

Total Fat 54.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1746.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 10.4g
Protein 17.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 286.1mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 1155.6mg	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: 68.1%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 22.3%