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HIGH PROTEIN BAKED GREEN FALAFEL NOURISH BOWL

This bowl is loaded with heart-healthy fats from avocado oil to help you feel fuller for longer. Plus, this meal boasts a generous dose of protein, which makes it a perfect lunch or dinner.

Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 30 min Cook Time: 35 min Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
Servings 2
Ingredients
    For the Pita Chips:
  • 1 large pita bread, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground rosemary
    • For the Falafel:
  • 1 cup cooked or canned chickpeas
  • small bunch of parsley, finely chopped
  • small bunch of dill, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup mint leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • pinch of nutmeg
  • pinch of cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup chickpea flour
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil
    • For Tzatziki:
  • 1/2 cup Greek yoghurt
  • 1/4 cup freshly chopped mint
  • 1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup freshly chopped dill
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • half of a small cucumber, grated
  • juice of half a lemon
    • Toppings:
  • lettuce
  • cucumber slices
  • tomato slices
  • fresh parsley and dill
Instructions

  1. Make pita chips: In a bowl, combine avocado oil and spices. Place the pita bread pieces in the bowl and shake to evenly coat them. 

  2. Arrange on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake in the oven at 180°C for 10 minutes or until the chips are crispy brown.

  3. Make the falafel: Add chickpeas, parsley, dill, mint, spices and chickpea flour into a food processor. Pulse until the mixture comes together, scraping down the sides. With the food processor still running, slowly add in avocado oil.

  4. Form tablespoons of the mixture into balls or fritters and arrange them on a baking tray lined with parchment. 

  5. Bake at 180°C for 25 minutes.

  6. Make tzatziki: Simply combine all the tzatziki ingredients until smooth. For a dressing-like texture, pulse all the ingredients in a blender.

  7. Assemble the bowl with lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, pita chips, falafels and fresh greens. 

  8. Serve right away with tzatziki on the side. Enjoy and follow for more recipes!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 606kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.9g14%
Saturated Fat 1.19g6%
Sodium 277mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 98g33%
Dietary Fiber 27.49g110%
Sugars 8.9g
Protein 32g64%
Calcium 459 mg
Iron 19.97 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Read it online: http://cookvegetarian.com.au/recipe/high-protein-baked-green-falafel-nourish-bowl/