Mediterranean Baked Falafel with Tzatziki Sauce

Name: Mediterranean Baked Falafel with Tzatziki Sauce
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight); 1 small onion (chopped); 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped); 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon coriander; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1/2 cup cucumber (grated and drained); 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1 clove garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

VegetarianMediterraneanLunchHealthyFamily-FriendlyEasy

⏱️ 30m PREP

🔥 25m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 350 CAL/SERV

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Overview

A delicious and healthy Mediterranean dish featuring crispy baked falafel served with a refreshing tzatziki sauce, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

12.0g 18%

Fat

14.0g 21%

Carbs

40.0g 61%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

25% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Iron

20% DV

Essential for blood production

☀️ Folate

15% DV

Important for cell division

🌾 Fiber

40% DV

Supports digestive health

💧 Omega-3

5% DV

Supports heart health

Ingredients

Falafel Ingredients

1 cup dried chickpeas soaked overnight
1 small onion chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons olive oil

Tzatziki Sauce Ingredients

1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cup cucumber grated and drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
1 clove garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1 Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2 Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture is coarse but holds together.
3 Add baking soda and olive oil to the mixture and pulse a few more times until well combined.
4 Form the mixture into small balls or patties, about 1-2 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
5 Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
6 While the falafel is baking, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
7 Once the falafel is done, remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
8 Serve the falafel warm with the tzatziki sauce on the side.