Whole30 Falafel Bowl

Say hello to vibrant, wholesome eating with this Whole30 Falafel Bowl, a refreshing plant-based twist on the classic falafel experience. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like cauliflower, fresh herbs, and almond flour, these oven-baked falafels are both gluten-free and Whole30-compliant, making them perfect for clean-eating enthusiasts. Served alongside sautéed zucchini, bell peppers, crisp radishes, and a base of mixed salad greens, this bowl is a colorful, flavor-packed meal that's as satisfying as it is healthy. Drizzle it with a creamy tahini dressing infused with lemon and paprika for a tangy finish that ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just under an hour, this hearty recipe is ideal for meal prepping or a quick dinner that's sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Raw cashews
• 2 cups Cauliflower florets
• 1 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Almond flour
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 4 sliced Radishes
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 0.25 cup Tahini
• 0.25 cup Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a food processor, combine raw cashews and pulse until a coarse meal forms. Add cauliflower, parsley, cilantro, garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, onion powder, lemon juice, almond flour, half of the olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Pulse until a sticky texture is achieved, scraping sides as needed.

Step 3

Form the mixture into small falafel patties (about 12 total). Place them on a lined baking sheet.

Step 4

Drizzle or brush the remaining olive oil over the falafel patties and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and firm.

Step 5

While the falafels are baking, slice the zucchini and bell pepper into strips, and half the red onion.

Step 6

In a medium skillet over medium heat, sauté the zucchini, bell pepper, and red onion with a pinch of salt until slightly tender yet still vibrant, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 7

Prepare the tahini dressing by whisking together tahini, water, lemon juice, paprika, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Adjust the thickness with additional water if needed.

Step 8

Assemble the bowls by dividing the mixed salad greens among four bowls. Top each with roasted vegetables, sliced radishes, and 3 falafels.

Step 9

Drizzle the tahini dressing over the bowls right before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1139.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1528.0

Total Fat 116.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4521.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.5g	0%
Total Sugars 33.8g
Protein 47.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 5068.8mg	0%
Iron 21443.8mg	0%
Potassium 3211.2mg	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: 64.7%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 23.5%