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Baked Falafel with Garlic Tahini Sauce

Laura Norris
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the falafel

  • 1 14- oz can chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 14- oz can white beans rinsed and drained
  • 3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Ground pepper as desired
  • 1/4 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1 large egg

For the sauce

  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2-3 teaspoons lemon juice
  • Ground pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a food processor, pulse together the chickpeas, garlic, salt, pepper, nutmeg, paprika, and baking powder until roughly combined. Add the white beans, oats, lemon juice, and egg and pulse a couple of times. You want texture, so do not puree.
  • Using your hands or scoop, divide the bean mixture into eight pieces and shape into patties. Place on a lightly oiled baking sheet.
  • Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  • While the falafel is baking, whisk together the ingredients for the sauce together in a bowl.
  • Drizzle the sauce over the falafel and serve over greens or in a wrap.