Black Eyed Pea Falafels Recipe

Name: Black Eyed Pea Falafels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Cooked Black Eyed Peas, Drained; 1/2 whole Onion; 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic; 1/2 cups Parsley; 1 whole Egg; 1 teaspoon Baking Powder; 2 teaspoons Cumin (heaping); ⅛ teaspoons Cayenne; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice; 1 cup Bread Crumbs (plus Extra If Needed)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 425F.
2
Put the peas in a food processor and pulse to puree them.
3
Pour into a large bowl.
4
Then add onion, garlic, parsley,and egg into the food processor and pulse to combine.
5
Add the mixture to the peas.
6
Stir in the remaining ingredients plus salt and pepper to taste.
7
Form into patties and place on a well greased cookie sheet.
8
Spray the tops with cooking spray.
9
Bake for 15 minutes.
10
Serve on warm flat bread or pitas with your choice of toppings.

199

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Cooked Black Eyed Peas, Drained, 1/2 whole Onion, 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic, 1/2 cups Parsley, and more.

Yes, Black Eyed Pea Falafels falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Black Eyed Pea Falafels

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Variations & substitutions

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