Santa Fe Falafel Recipe

Name: Santa Fe Falafel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans or (15 ounce) can great northern beans; 1/2 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup crushed baked corn tortilla chips; 3 minced scallions; 1/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper; 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro; 1 clove crushed garlic; 1 1/2 teaspoons Tony Chachere's Seasoning; 1 large egg white; 8 slices red onions (thin slices); 8 slices plum tomatoes (thin slices); 1 cup shredded lettuce; 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream; 1/2 teaspoon lime zest; 1 teaspoon lime juice

Servings: persons

1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans or (15 ounce) can great northern beans
1/2 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup crushed baked corn tortilla chips
3 minced scallions
1/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
1 clove crushed garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons Tony Chachere's Seasoning
1 large egg white
8 slices red onions (thin slices)
8 slices plum tomatoes (thin slices)
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 teaspoon lime zest
1 teaspoon lime juice

1
Rinse and drain beans and mash with a fork or potato masher until a fine puree forms. Add cheese, finely crushed tortilla chips, minced scallions, finely chopped bell pepper, finely chopped cilantro, crushed garlic, seasoning, and egg white.
2
Stir until well combined.
3
Shape 1/4 cupfuls into 8 (3-inch) patties.
4
Spray a non-stick griddle or large skillet with Pam cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Cook falafel 2 to 3 minutes per side, until browned and heated through.
5
Place a falafel in each pita with a slice each of onion and tomato, and shredded lettuce.
6
Mix sour cream, lime zest and lime juice and add a dollop to your falafel.

208

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans or (15 ounce) can great northern beans, 1/2 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup crushed baked corn tortilla chips, 3 minced scallions, and more.

Yes, Santa Fe 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!

Santa Fe Falafel

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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