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Pink Falafels Recipe

Pink Falafels

Bored of the classic falafel? Get ready for a splash of pink! These pink falafels made with beetroot are super healthy, super delicious, and super gorgeous as well!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Choose Serving Size 6

Ingredients 

  • 1 beetroot
  • 1 head garlic
  • 400 g chickpeas canned, drained
  • 6 Tbsps parsley finely chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp ground pepper

For serving:

  • Tahini sauce
  • Favorite salad leaves
  • Fresh veggies

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 250C.
  • Rinse the beetroot, tap dry.
  • Wrap the beetroot into aluminum foil and bake it until easy insert fork. About an hour.
  • Let it cool, peel, cut into large cubes, and set aside.
  • In a food processor, add the cubed beetroot and all the rest of the ingredients.
  • Pulse until well-combined.
  • To form the falafel, scoop a Tbsp of the mixture into your hands and press to shape small patties.
  • Place patties on a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven for about 20 minutes.
  • Serve with greens, fresh veggies, and tahini sauce.