BAKED FALAFEL WITH GREEK YOGURT CUCUMBER RAITA

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Baked Falafel with Greek Yogurt Cucumber Raita image

Provided by Eric Greenspan

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking sheet
Two 15-ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
1/2 cup tahini
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 cloves garlic
1 large egg
1/2 cup chickpea flour
Zest and juice of 1 Meyer lemon
Flaky sea salt
2 cucumbers, roughly chopped
1 cup chopped fresh mint
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the falafel: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
  • Add the chickpeas to a food processor along with the cilantro, parsley, tahini, sesame seeds, chili powder, coriander, cumin, garlic and egg. Process until a paste is formed. Place in a bowl and add the chickpea flour, a little at a time, mixing just to incorporate. Mix in the lemon zest and juice. Using a small cookie scoop, form balls and evenly space on the baking sheet. Lightly press the falafel balls, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Bake until crispy, around 20 minutes.
  • For the raita yogurt sauce: Pulse the cucumbers, mint and garlic in a food processor a few times, then add the yogurt and puree. Season to taste with salt.
  • Serve the falafel garnished with a dollop of raita.

Jose M Fernandez
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The falafel is packed with protein and fiber, and the Greek yogurt cucumber raita is a great source of probiotics. I also love that this recipe is easy to make and can be tailored to your own t


Towfeeq Toffar
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I'm a big fan of falafel and this recipe did not disappoint! The falafel was perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The Greek yogurt cucumber raita was also a great addition. I will definitely be making this recipe again!


Adekunle Abdulgafar omobolaji
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The falafel was a hit with both the kids and the adults. The Greek yogurt cucumber raita was also a big hit. I will definitely be making this recipe again!


Drake William
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This is one of my favorite falafel recipes. The baked falafel is always crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the Greek yogurt cucumber raita is a delicious and healthy addition. I love serving this dish with pita bread, hummus, and fre


Impious
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! The falafel is amazing and the Greek yogurt cucumber raita is a great way to add some freshness to the dish. I will definitely be making this again!


Azeezat Binuyo
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The falafel is packed with protein and fiber, and the Greek yogurt cucumber raita is a great source of probiotics. I also love that this recipe is easy to make and can be tailored to your own t


Kevo Mavo
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I'm a big fan of falafel and this recipe did not disappoint! The falafel was perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The Greek yogurt cucumber raita was also a great addition. I will definitely be making this recipe again!


Sundori Komola
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The falafel was a hit with both the kids and the adults. The Greek yogurt cucumber raita was also a big hit. I will definitely be making this recipe again!


Mdnure Ansari
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This is one of my favorite falafel recipes. The baked falafel is always crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the Greek yogurt cucumber raita is a delicious and healthy addition. I love serving this dish with pita bread, hummus, and fre


Ekpeta Ezekiel
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! The falafel is amazing and the Greek yogurt cucumber raita is a great way to add some freshness to the dish. I will definitely be making this again!


Mavis Thembeni
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This recipe is a keeper! The falafel is so flavorful and the Greek yogurt cucumber raita is the perfect accompaniment. I love that this dish is healthy and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again!


Azra Farman
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the falafel and the Greek yogurt cucumber raita. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and healthy appetizer or main course.


Rajan Naupaneee
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The falafel is packed with protein and fiber, and the Greek yogurt cucumber raita is a great source of probiotics. I also love that this recipe is easy to make and can be tailored to your own t


Samuel Yeboah
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! The falafel is always crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the Greek yogurt cucumber raita is the perfect complement. I love serving this dish with pita bread, hummus, and


Tim Hart
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This was my first time making falafel, and it was a success! The recipe was easy to follow and the falafel turned out great. I loved the combination of flavors in the Greek yogurt cucumber raita. I will definitely be making this again!


Sharmin Rimu
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I'm not usually a fan of falafel, but this recipe has changed my mind. The baked falafel was so flavorful and moist, and the Greek yogurt cucumber raita was a delicious and healthy addition. I'll definitely be making this again!


Owais Khan zai
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This baked falafel recipe is a game-changer! The falafel turned out perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The Greek yogurt cucumber raita was the perfect complement, adding a refreshing and tangy flavor to the dish. I will definit