Healthy Zucchini Falafel Recipe

Name: Healthy Zucchini Falafel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: edients; 2 cups zucchini (grated); 2 cups chickpeas (garbanzo - soaked and cooked or canned); 2 garlic cloves; 2 cups cilantro (coriander leaves); 1 tsp chilly powder; 1 tsp cumin powder; 1 tsp coriander powder; 1/2 tsp salt (to taste); Instructions

Servings: persons

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1.Grate the zucchini and add 1/2 tsp salt and allow to rest for 30 minutes. Next squeeze the zucchini to remove as much moisture as possible. If using dry chickpeas, soak overnight and cook or use canned chickpeas.
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2.Chop coriander leaves and garlic. Grind the cooked chickpeas using very little water.
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3.To the squeezed zucchini add the chickpea puree, coriander leaves + garlic mixture, chilly powder, coriander powder, cumin powder and salt. Mix well.
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4.Make small balls of the mix and fry them in a kuzhi paniyaram pan (pancake puff pan). You can also flatten the balls, place on a greased baking sheet and bake in a preheated 400F oven for 20 min, flip over and then bake for another 10 - 15 minutes.

291

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: edients, 2 cups zucchini (grated), 2 cups chickpeas (garbanzo - soaked and cooked or canned), 2 garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Healthy Zucchini Falafel 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!

Healthy Zucchini Falafel

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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