These tasty chickpea bites are easy to make and great for sharing with friends.
They’re crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. You can make them quickly with a food processor and a hot pan. Start by blending canned chickpeas, cilantro, onion, and serrano chile.
Chickpea flour, a gluten-free option, holds everything together, but regular flour works too. Add warming cumin for flavor. Serve these bites with homemade tzatziki, a cooling minty sauce. A quick cook in the pan, and you have flavorful bites for a party or even dinner. Pair them with pita and salad for a tasty meal.
Sometimes tahini separates, and the oil rises. Stir it well before using. If it’s stubborn, use a food processor to blend it.
Ingredients For Crispy Falafel Bites:
- 1 small cucumber
- 3/4 cup Greek-style yogurt
- 1 tsp. lemon zest and 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 3 1/2 Tbsp olive oil (plus more if needed)
- 1/2 cup fresh dill (divided)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint (plus more for topping)
- 1 1/4 tsp kosher salt (divided)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 can chickpeas (drained and patted dry)
- 1/2 cup cilantro leaves
- 1/3 cup chopped onion
- 1 tsp. chopped serrano chile
- 5 Tbsp chickpea flour or all-purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp tahini
- 3/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
Directions For Crispy Falafel Bites:
- Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess liquid. Mix it with yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon dill, 1 tablespoon mint, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and grated garlic. Refrigerate the tzatziki.
- Pulse chickpeas in a food processor. Transfer to a bowl. Blend cilantro, onion, chile, 6 tablespoons dill, mint, and remaining garlic. Add to the bowl with chickpeas. Stir in flour, tahini, cumin, baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt.
- Shape the mixture into 24 balls and flatten into patties. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat oil in a skillet and cook patties until brown and crispy (about 3 minutes per side).
- Drizzle tzatziki with 1 tablespoon oil. Sprinkle tzatziki and falafel with 1 tablespoon dill and more mint.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
| Nutrition Facts | Amount Per Serving |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe | 6 |
| Calories | 295 |
| Total Fat | 14g (18% DV) |
| – Saturated Fat | 2g (10% DV) |
| Cholesterol | 2mg (1% DV) |
| Sodium | 507mg (22% DV) |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39g (14% DV) |
| – Dietary Fiber | 9g (34% DV) |
| – Total Sugars | 12g |
| Protein | 10g |
| Vitamin C | 75mg (374% DV) |
| Calcium | 164mg (13% DV) |
| Iron | 3mg (14% DV) |
| Potassium | 519mg (11% DV) |
Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
In conclusion, this Tasty Crispy Falafel Bites recipe is your ticket to culinary bliss. With a perfect balance of crispy exterior and tender interior, these flavorful bites are a true crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or craving a satisfying meal, these falafel bites, paired with refreshing tzatziki, are a culinary adventure worth savoring. Elevate your dining experience with these easy-to-make delights and treat yourself to a burst of deliciousness in every bite. Get ready to make your taste buds dance!
