Air Fryer Crispy Falafel Recipe - Healthy and Delicious

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Chickpeas (Notes: or 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed)
• 1 small Onion (Notes: roughly chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 cups Fresh parsley
• 0.5 cups Fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour or chickpea flour
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil (Notes: for brushing)

Instructions

1. 1
   In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, paprika, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture is combined but still slightly chunky. Do not over-process.
2. 2
   Add flour and pulse again until the mixture holds together when shaped.
3. 3
   Use your hands or a small scoop to form the mixture into balls or small patties, about 1½ inches in diameter. Place them on a plate or tray.
4. 4
   Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
5. 5
   Lightly brush the falafel balls with olive oil and place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
6. 6
   Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
7. 7
   Serve warm with tahini sauce, pita bread, and fresh vegetables like cucumbers, tomatoes, and lettuce.

Tips & Variations:

• For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
• The falafel mixture can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days before cooking.
• For a gluten-free option, use chickpea flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour.