Whole30 Falafel Burger

Satisfy your craving for bold, Middle Eastern-inspired flavors with this Whole30 Falafel Burger, a wholesome and delicious plant-based meal that's both grain-free and gluten-free. Made from a blend of chickpeas, fresh parsley, cilantro, red onion, and warming spices like cumin and coriander, these golden, crispy patties are cooked to perfection in olive oil. Instead of traditional buns, these burgers are wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves and layered with vibrant toppings like tomato, cucumber, creamy avocado, and a drizzle of Whole30-compliant tahini sauce for a fresh and zesty finish. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is the perfect choice for a quick, healthy, and satisfying lunch or dinner. Whether you’re following the Whole30 program or simply seeking a nutritious veggie-packed meal, this falafel burger will become your go-to!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 large red onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 0.5 tsp baking powder
• 0.5 cup almond flour
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 large lettuce leaves
• 1 medium tomato, sliced
• 1 small cucumber, sliced
• 1 medium avocado, sliced
• 0.5 cup Whole30-compliant tahini sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and baking powder. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped but not pureed.

Step 2

Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and stir in the almond flour, mixing well to combine.

Step 3

Form the mixture into 4 patties of equal size, about ½ inch thick.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the falafel patties and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 6

Remove the cooked patties from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to remove any excess oil.

Step 7

To assemble the burgers, take one large lettuce leaf as a base, place a falafel patty on top, and add slices of tomato, cucumber, and avocado.

Step 8

Drizzle with Whole30-compliant tahini sauce and cover with another lettuce leaf.

Step 9

Repeat the assembly process for the remaining burgers.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Falafel Burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1754.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2018.8

Total Fat 134.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4281.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 173.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 62.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.1g
Protein 69.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1122.3mg	0%
Iron 38.7mg	0%
Potassium 5415.9mg	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: 55.4%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 31.8%