What makes these falafels baked instead of fried?

These falafels are prepared by shaping the chickpea and vegetable mixture into balls and then baking them in the oven at 392 degreesF for 20-35 minutes until golden, rather than deep-frying.

How do I achieve a smooth and creamy tahini-cashew sauce?

To make the tahini-cashew sauce, blend all ingredients except cilantro in a high-speed blender, adding water as needed, until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.

Can I prepare the falafel mixture ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the falafel dough ahead of time and store it covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before shaping and baking.

What are the best serving suggestions for these baked falafels?

Serve the baked falafels over whole grain pita bread, mixed lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, and sweet potato fries, then generously top with the tahini-cashew sauce.

What is the purpose of adding chickpea flour to the falafel mixture?

Chickpea flour acts as a binder in the falafel mixture, helping the balls hold their shape during baking and contributing to their texture.

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Baked Falafels With Tahini-Cashew Sauce
[Vegan]

PS By: Priscilla Soler

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Plated baked falafels served on a bed of mixed lettuce with sliced avocado, tomatoes, and cucumber, drizzled generously with creamy tahini-cashew sauce.

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Baked Falafels With Tahini-Cashew Sauce [Vegan]

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These oven-baked falafels are paired with a creamy tahini-cashew sauce that perfectly compliments their flavor. Serve them with a fresh side salad and crispy sweet potato fries!

Ingredients You Need for Baked Falafels With Tahini-Cashew Sauce [Vegan]

For the Falafels:

2 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 large garlic
1 tablespoon cilantro
Zest of 1 lemon
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
Sea salt, to taste
1 teaspoon cumin
3-4 tablespoons chickpea flour

For the Tahini-Cashew Sauce:

4 tablespoons tahini
1/3 cup soaked raw cashews
Water, as needed
Sea salt, to taste
Finely chopped cilantro
1 garlic clove, minced

For the Salad:

Mixed lettuce
Avocado
Tomatoes
Cucumber
Whole grain pita bread (optional)

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How to Prepare Baked Falafels With Tahini-Cashew Sauce [Vegan]

To Make the Falafels:

1. Preheat oven to 392ºF.
2. Place all ingredients in food processor, except for chickpeas. Process until everything is finely chopped and add the chickpeas until you have a smooth but chunky mixture. If it looks a little dry, add 1-2 tablespoons of water, as needed.
3. Shape the dough with your hands making small balls and bake in a pan with waxed paper or silicone mat for 20 minutes. Turn it over and continue baking 10-15 minutes, until golden.

To Make the Tahini-Cashew Sauce:

4. Mix all tahini sauce ingredients except cilantro on a high-speed blender until smooth, adding water as needed until smooth and creamy. Mix by hand with cilantro and serve.

To Serve:

5. Serve falafels over pita bread, lettuce, veggies of choice, and sweet potato fries. Top with tahini sauce.

Nutritional Information

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