What makes these falafel gluten-free?

These falafel are made gluten-free by using quinoa flakes and quinoa flour as binders, ensuring a delicious texture without traditional wheat flour.

Are these falafel baked or fried?

These Spinach Falafel are baked in the oven at 350 degreesF for 20-25 minutes, resulting in a crispy exterior and soft middle without the need for frying.

What gives these falafel their 'super green' color and flavor?

The vibrant green color and fresh flavor come from a generous blend of packed spinach, fresh parsley, and mint leaves incorporated into the falafel mixture.

How should I store leftover Spinach Falafel and Tzatziki sauce?

Leftover falafel can be stored in the fridge or freezer. The Tzatziki sauce should be kept in the fridge and eaten with the falafel.

What are the main ingredients in the non-dairy Tzatziki sauce?

The refreshing Tzatziki sauce is made with plain non-dairy yogurt, chopped cucumber, fresh mint leaves, and dried dill, creating a creamy, cool accompaniment.

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Spinach Falafel
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

HT By: Hallie and Reya Tobias

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Spinach Falafel [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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Ingredients You Need for Spinach Falafel [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Super Green Falafel:

Handful fresh parsley
10 fresh mint leaves
1 cup spinach, packed
1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed
1/2 cup quinoa flakes
1 tablespoon quinoa flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large garlic clove
1/2 cipollini onion
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pinch of chili flakes

Tzatziki Sauce:

1/4 cup plain non-dairy yogurt (preferably unsweetened)
1/4 cucumber (about 1/3 cup), chopped into small pieces
8 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1/4 teaspoon salt

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How to Prepare Spinach Falafel [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

To Make the Falafel:

Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the parsley, mint, and spinach into your food processor and blend until broken down.
Add garbanzo beans, quinoa flakes, and quinoa flour and process until roughly mixed.
Add remaining ingredients and process until combined.
Using a small cookie scoop, form falafels and place onto your lined baking sheet.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until crispy on the outside but still soft in the middle.
Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
Store in your fridge or freezer, if not eating immediately.