What is Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt made of?

The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Cayenne Pepper, Cooking Spray, Cucumber. The full list of 19 is above.

How long does it take to make Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt?

About 1 hr in total: 30 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 279.57 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt easy to make?

This recipe is rated medium, with 19 ingredients and 11 steps.

Is Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt healthy?

Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 279.57 calories and 11.61 g of protein, or 23% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 142.82 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.44 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt

Name: Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Israeli, Lebanese, Turkish
Ingredients: 0.33 cup All-Purpose Flour; 0.5 tsp Baking Powder; 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper; 1 spray Cooking Spray; 0.25 cup Cucumber; 1 whole Eggs; 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro; 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley; 15 oz Garbanzo Beans; 3 whole Garlic; 0.5 tsp Ground Cumin; 1 whole Lemon; 2 tsp Lemon Juice; 1 tsp Minced Garlic; 2 tbsp Olive Oil; 0.75 whole Onion; 0.5 cup Plain Greek Yogurt; 0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes; 0.5 tsp Salt

Appetizer 🧄Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪Snack 🍿 Israeli 🇮🇱Lebanese 🇱🇧Turkish 🇹🇷 Low-Sodium Sugar-Free Vegetarian 🥦Plant-Based 🌻Halal 🕌Kosher ✡️DASH Pescatarian

These oven-baked falafel combine chickpeas with fresh cilantro, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, cumin, and a touch of red pepper for a warmly spiced, herb-forward flavor. Serve them sandwich-style with cool cucumber-yogurt sauce, brightened with lemon and garlic, for an easy vegetarian lunch or casual dinner.

Prep30 mins
Cook30 mins
Serves4
DifficultyMedium

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

55 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 61 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 13 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood: 91 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed: 1 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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60
Heart Health: 85
Metabolic: 49
Digestive: 29
Inflammatory: 41
Performance: 54
General Wellness

1

Coat a 9x13-inch metal baking pan with cooking spray and olive oil, and place it inside the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2

Combine chickpeas, onion, cilantro, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, cumin, salt, red pepper flakes, and baking powder in a food processor. Pulse until minced but not yet pasty. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in flour and egg until fully incorporated.
3

Remove the baking pan from the oven. Drop golf ball-sized portions of the chickpea mixture onto the hot pan.
4

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes. Brush the falafel with the remaining olive oil and flip them over. Continue baking until golden on both sides, 15 to 20 minutes more.
5

Meanwhile, combine yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl. Season with salt and cayenne pepper. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
6

Serve the falafel with the yogurt sauce.
7

Brush the falafel with the remaining olive oil and flip them over.
8

Continue baking until golden on both sides, 15 to 20 minutes more.
9

Meanwhile, combine yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl and season with salt and cayenne pepper.
10

Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
11

Serve the falafel with the yogurt sauce.

About This Recipe

Oven Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt is made with 19 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Cayenne Pepper, and Cooking Spray. Each serving provides about 279.57 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt made of?: The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Cayenne Pepper, Cooking Spray, Cucumber. The full list of 19 is above.
How long does it take to make Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt?: About 1 hr in total: 30 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 279.57 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt easy to make?: This recipe is rated medium, with 19 ingredients and 11 steps.
Is Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt healthy?: Oven-Baked Falafel with Cool Cucumber Yogurt has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 279.57 calories and 11.61 g of protein, or 23% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 142.82 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.44 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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