Falafel Salad

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16-ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup fresh parsley leaves
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 large garlic cloves, quartered
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
  • 1 (10-ounce) bag chopped romaine lettuce
  • 2 cups chopped cucumber (about 2)
  • 1 cup chopped tomato (about 1 large)
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions (about 4)

Instructions

  1. Process first 10 ingredients in a food processor until smooth, scraping down sides as needed. Form mixture into 12 (2-inch) patties about 1/2-inch thick. Dredge patties in flour, shaking off excess.
  2. Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 6 patties; cook 3 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove from pan; keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil and patties.
  3. Arrange lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and green onions on serving plates. Top servings with falafel patties. Drizzle each serving with Tahini Sauce.
  4. Note: Nutritional analysis totals include Tahini Sauce.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

908 kcal 45% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 28.3g 57% DV
Total Fat 44.5g 57% DV
Carbs 117.3g 43% DV
Fiber 27.3g 97% DV
Sugar 7.6g 15% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10310.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 2882.3mg 61% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 177.3mcg 20% DV
Vitamin C 59.9mg 67% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 624.5mg 48% DV
Iron 39.1mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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