Falafel Cones Recipe

Name: Falafel Cones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 can low-sodium garbanzo beans; 2 clove garlic; 1 large egg; 1 c. loosely packed fresh parsley leaves; 1/4 c. tahini; 1 tbsp. dried mint leaves; 2 tsp. ground cumin; 1/4 tsp. ground red pepper; 1/4 c. vegetable oil; 2 plum tomatoes; 1 green onion; 1 container plain low-fat yogurt; 1/4 tsp. salt; 4 pocketless pitas

Servings: persons

2 can low-sodium garbanzo beans
2 clove garlic
1 large egg
1 c. loosely packed fresh parsley leaves
1/4 c. tahini
1 tbsp. dried mint leaves
2 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper
1/4 c. vegetable oil
2 plum tomatoes
1 green onion
1 container plain low-fat yogurt
1/4 tsp. salt
4 pocketless pitas

1
In food processor with knife blade attached, pulse beans, garlic, egg, parsley, tahini, mint, cumin, and ground red pepper until smooth; shape into sixteen 2-inch balls.
2
In nonstick 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until very hot but not smoking.
3
Add falafel balls and cook 10 minutes or until golden on all sides, turning frequently.
4
Meanwhile, chop tomatoes and green onion; add to bowl with yogurt and salt, and stir until mixed.
5
To serve, shape each pita into a cone; tightly wrap bottom of each with kitchen parchment or foil to help hold its shape and prevent leakage.
6
Fill each cone with 4 falafel balls and top with some yogurt mixture.

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* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 can low-sodium garbanzo beans, 2 clove garlic, 1 large egg, 1 c. loosely packed fresh parsley leaves, and more.

Yes, Falafel Cones 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!

Falafel Cones

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Variations & substitutions

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