How to Make Simple Falafel (Chickpea Burgers) - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and easy vegetarian option, then look no further than this simple falafel recipe. These chickpea burgers are packed full of flavor and are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a tasty weekend lunch. Plus, they're super easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

Falafel is a popular Middle Eastern dish that has become a staple in many households around the world. Traditionally made with chickpeas, herbs, and spices, falafel is...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups canned garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon wheat germ
  • 1 tablespoon chopped onion
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup salsa

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Grease a baking sheet.
  • Mash garbanzo beans, whole-wheat flour, garlic, wheat germ, onion, soy sauce, and salt together in a bowl until well combined.
  • Shape garbanzo bean mixture into 12 one-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 15 minutes; flip and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Mix sour cream and salsa together in a bowl for the dip.
  • Nutrition

    237 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 13mg
    • Sodium: 1009mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 86mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 390mg