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Easy Baked Falafel with Creamy Tahini Sauce Recipe

Name: Falafel with Tahini Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 29 oz chickpeas (rinsed and drained); 1 cup Red Onion (chopped); 4 Garlic Cloves (chopped); ½ cup loosely packed Fresh Cilantro; ¼ cup loosely packed Fresh Parsley; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 tbsp Lemon Juice; 1 tbsp Cumin (ground); 2 tsp Coriander (ground); 1 tsp Kosher Salt (adjust to taste); 1 tsp Baking Soda; ¼ cup Tahini; 2 tbsp Lemon Juice; 2–3 tbsp Water (to thin); Salt and pepper, to taste; Optional for Serving: Pita Bread, Lettuce (chopped), Tomatoes, Cucumber, Red Onion

Looking for a healthy baked falafel recipe that doesn’t skimp on flavor? These easy baked falafel patties are golden and crispy on the outside, soft and herby inside, and bursting with bold Mediterranean spices. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or assembling a last-minute dinner, this baked version of the classic chickpea falafel is the best oven-baked alternative to fried falafel. Serve them in warm pita bread with creamy tahini sauce, toss them into salads or grain bowls, or enjoy them as a savory plant-based snack anytime.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Healthier than traditional fried falafel
Vegan, gluten-free, and high in plant-based protein
Perfect for pitas, bowls, salads, and more
Make-ahead and freezer-friendly
Loaded with fresh herbs, garlic, and chickpeas

Falafel with Tahini Sauce Recipe

Rated 5.0 stars by 1 users

Cuisine

Middle Eastern

Servings

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Calories

210

These baked falafel patties deliver all the classic flavor and texture you love—crispy edges, creamy insides, and rich chickpea flavor—without any deep frying. Combined with an easy tahini sauce, this dish is endlessly versatile: serve in pita bread, over a grain bowl, or as a savory protein option for any meal. With a quick chill in the fridge and a 30-minute bake time, this plant-based favorite is simple enough for weeknights but impressive enough for guests.

If you've ever craved the warm, earthy flavors of authentic falafel but didn’t want the mess (or calories) of deep frying, this easy baked falafel recipe is your dream come true! Made with hearty chickpeas, fresh herbs, and warm Mediterranean spices, these falafel patties are baked to golden perfection. Paired with a quick homemade tahini sauce, they’re perfect for stuffing in pitas, topping salads, or enjoying on their own.

Bonus: These falafel are 100% vegan, gluten-free, and packed with plant-based protein. Whether you’re meal prepping or building the ultimate Mediterranean platter, this recipe is your new go-to.

Author:

Guiseppe

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Ingredients

For the Falafel

29 oz chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
1 cup Red Onion (chopped)
4 Garlic Cloves (chopped)
½ cup loosely packed Fresh Cilantro
¼ cup loosely packed Fresh Parsley
1 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
1 tbsp Cumin (ground)
2 tsp Coriander (ground)
1 tsp Kosher Salt (adjust to taste)
1 tsp Baking Soda

For the Tahini Sauce

¼ cup Tahini
2 tbsp Lemon Juice
2–3 tbsp Water (to thin)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional for Serving: Pita Bread, Lettuce (chopped), Tomatoes, Cucumber, Red Onion

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Directions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with oil.
In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, baking soda, and lemon juice. Pulse until the mixture is well combined but still textured.
Add flour and pulse a few more times to incorporate. The mixture should hold together when pressed.
Using your hands, form the mixture into small, thick patties (about 2 inches wide).
Place the patties on the baking sheet and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes to help them firm up.
Lightly spray the tops of the patties with oil. Bake for 20 minutes.
Carefully flip each falafel and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until golden and crisp.
While the falafel bakes, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and water until smooth. Season with salt to taste.
Let falafel cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with tahini sauce, pita, or in bowls and salads.

Recipe Note

Serving Suggestions

Stuff in warm pita bread with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers
Serve over quinoa or couscous bowls with hummus and tabbouleh
Top a salad with falafel and drizzle with tahini dressing
Enjoy as a high-protein snack with fresh veggies
Pair with scrambled tofu or eggs for a savory breakfast option

Chef Tips

Refrigerating the patties before baking helps them hold shape and stay crisp.
Make-ahead friendly: Refrigerate raw falafel for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
If falafel starts to crumble, gently reshape after flipping—they will firm up during the second half of baking.
For crispier falafel, bake on a wire rack over a sheet pan to allow heat circulation.
Storage & Reheating

Fridge: Store cooled falafel in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freezer: Freeze cooked falafel for up to 1 month.

Reheat: Warm in a 350°F oven or toaster oven for 8–10 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
per serving: Calories; 210

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Carbs: 22 grams; 8%
Fat: 11 grams; 14%
Protein: 3 grams; 5%

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