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Baked Falafel Bowls

Irresistible Baked Falafel Bowls for a Flavorful Vegan Feast

Enjoy these Baked Falafel Bowls, a flavorful vegan feast packed with chickpeas, quinoa, roasted vegetables, and tahini dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Vegan
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Falafel
  • 1 can Chickpeas can use canned for quicker preparation
  • 1 cup Fresh parsley can substitute with cilantro
  • 2 cloves Garlic or garlic powder can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice vinegar can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt adjust according to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Cumin can swap with coriander
  • 1 cup Almond meal or flour breadcrumbs can be a substitute
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini nut butter can be a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Water add more for a thinner texture
For the Bowl
  • 1 cup Quinoa brown rice or couscous are alternatives
  • 1 medium Sweet potato any roasted veggie can work
  • 1 cup Cauliflower substitute with broccoli or zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil can use avocado oil

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food Processor
  • Baking Sheet
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, fresh parsley, garlic, lemon juice, sea salt, cumin, and almond flour. Pulse until a smooth, slightly textured dough forms; then shape them into 1-1.5 inch balls and place them on the baking sheet.
  2. Drizzle the formed falafel with olive oil. Bake for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and firm.
  3. While the falafel bakes, rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, add quinoa and water (usually a 2:1 ratio), bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until fluffy.
  4. Chop sweet potatoes and cauliflower into bite-sized pieces and toss with olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread around falafel on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
  5. For the dressing, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic (or garlic powder), and enough water to reach desired consistency.
  6. Assemble bowls with quinoa as a base, layer with roasted sweet potatoes and cauliflower and add falafel. Drizzle with tahini dressing and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with pita bread for a delightful touch. Ensure the baking sheet is greased to prevent sticking and don't overcrowd falafel for crispiness.

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