How to ensure the falafel hold their shape?

The recipe uses quinoa flakes and quinoa flour as binders, and baking powder helps with texture. Ensure all ingredients are well processed in the food processor to combine properly.

Can I fry these falafel instead of baking?

The recipe specifies baking the falafel at 350 degreesF for 45-55 minutes, which helps them golden and harden on the outside. Frying is not mentioned in these preparation steps.

How can I store leftover falafel and dipping sauce?

Both the baked falafel and the avocado dipping sauce can be stored in the refrigerator. The falafel should be cooled slightly before storing.

What gives the falafel their flavor?

The falafel are seasoned with cumin powder, turmeric powder, salt, and chili flakes, along with fresh garlic and Cipollini onion for aromatic depth.

Can I adjust the spice level in the dipping sauce?

Yes, the avocado dipping sauce recipe suggests using 1/4-1/2 teaspoon of chili flakes, allowing you to customize the heat to your preference.

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Sweet Potato Falafel With Avocado Dipping Sauce
[Vegan]

Name: Sweet Potato Falafel With Avocado Dipping Sauce [Vegan]
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 30 falafel
Ingredients: 1 medium yam, peeled and chopped; 1 12-ounce can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained; 1/2 cup quinoa flakes; 1 tablespoon quinoa flour; 1 large garlic clove; 1/2 Cipollini onion; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; A pinch of chili flakes; 1 ripe avocado; 1 lime, squeezed; 6 tablespoons water; 1/4 cup fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4-1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

HT By: Hallie and Reya Tobias

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Golden-brown baked sweet potato falafel balls arranged on a plate with a side of creamy green avocado dipping sauce, garnished with fresh parsley.

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Ingredients You Need for Sweet Potato Falafel With Avocado Dipping Sauce [Vegan]

For the Sweet Potato Falafel:

1 medium yam, peeled and chopped
1 12-ounce can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup quinoa flakes
1 tablespoon quinoa flour
1 large garlic clove
1/2 Cipollini onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
A pinch of chili flakes

For the Avocado Dipping Sauce:

1 ripe avocado
1 lime, squeezed
6 tablespoons water
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4-1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

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How to Prepare Sweet Potato Falafel With Avocado Dipping Sauce [Vegan]

To Make the Falafel:

Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In your food processor, place the sweet potato chunks and process until broken down.
Add garbanzo beans, quinoa flakes and flour, garlic clove, and onion and process to combine, making sure everything gets broken down.
Add remaining ingredients and process once more.
Using a small cookie scoop to scoop the mixture into balls and place on your lined baking sheet.
Bake for 45-55 minutes, until falafel begin to golden and harden on the outside.
Let cool slightly before serving or store in your refrigerator.