Oil-Free Beet Falafel is a colorful falafel made from beets! This oil-free, gluten-free dish is a delicious Mediterranean style treat.
Ever since I made my Oil-Free Authentic Falafel recipe, I've been so excited about how easy it is to make delicious falafel at home. It's really not that hard, and it tastes incredible!
This beet falafel is the same basic recipe as my authentic falafel recipe, just with some beets added in! The beets create a beautiful red color for this falafel. Perfect for a stunning appetizer.
Oh, and I served this falafel with a cucumber dill yogurt sauce. It's such a refreshing dipping sauce, and pairs so well with falafel. There are some great plant-based yogurts with minimal ingredients, that taste just like 'regular' yogurt. You'll never know it's dairy free!
I don't know about you, but I'm excited! Let's dive in!
Step 1. The day before you want to make falafel, soak the chickpeas and baking soda in lukewarm water. The beans will expand as they soak, so make sure to cover them in several inches of water.
Step 2. Add the chickpeas, beets, onion, parsley, cilantro, dill, garlic, and spices to a food processor. Blend until mostly smooth. Don't over mix.
Step 3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for an hour or so.
Step 4. Preheat the oven to 400. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 5. Remove the falafel mixture from the fridge. Stir in the baking powder and oat flour.
Step 6. Use a tablespoon measure to scoop 2-tablespoon sized balls. Roll into spheres or flatten into patties.
Step 7. Bake for 15-20 minutes. If you made patties, flip the patties halfway through.
Step 8. Meanwhile, mix the cucumber dill yogurt ingredients in a small bowl.
Step 9. Serve with pita and tahini and plant-based cucumber dill yogurt. Enjoy!
Preparation: You’ll need to soak the chickpeas ahead of time for this recipe. Make sure you get them ready 24 hours before you’d like to have your falafel.
Storage: Store these falafel in the fridge. If you wish to reheat them, place them in the oven at 350 until they are warmed. Avoid the microwave – this will create soggy falafel.
Thank you God for this tasty falafel. We're grateful for your abundance. Amen.
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Oil-Free Beet Falafel is a colorful falafel made from beets! This oil-free, gluten-free dish is a delicious Mediterranean style treat.
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