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Beetroot Falafels

Serves: 4

Looking for a healthy falafel recipe with a twist? These homemade beetroot falafels are packed with flavour, colour, and plant-based goodness. Made with chickpeas, fresh beetroot, and warming spices, they’re an easy way to enjoy a vegetarian dinner idea that’s both nutritious and satisfying.

Baked instead of fried, these falafels are crisp on the outside and soft in the middle — perfect for serving in wraps, pitta bread, or as part of a nourishing salad bowl. Paired with a quick tahini dressing, they make a delicious meal prep recipe for lunchboxes or weeknight dinners.

Whether you’re looking for a new vegan falafel recipe, a fun way to use beetroot, or just a quick and healthy dish, these beetroot falafels will become a go-to favourite in your kitchen.

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INGREDIENTS:

For the falafels:

  • 2 medium raw beetroot, peeled and grated

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (plus a little extra for brushing)

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

  • 2 tbsp plain flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free)

  • 1 egg

For the tahini dressing:

  • 2 tbsp tahini

  • Juice of 1 lemon

  • 1 garlic clove, crushed (optional)

  • 2–3 tbsp water (to loosen)

  • Pinch of salt

To serve:

  • Mixed salad leaves or chopped vegetables (tomato, cucumber, red onion, etc.)

  • Wraps or pitta bread (optional)

Method:

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C, gas mark 6.
  2. Grate the beetroot into a sieve over a bowl or the sink, and squeeze out any excess liquid.
  3. Heat the oil in a frying pan and soften the onion and garlic for 5 minutes. Stir in the cumin and paprika, and cook for another minute.
  4. Using a food processor, whizz the grated beetroot, onion mix, chickpeas, flour and egg to a smooth paste. Using damp hands, to avoid the mixture sticking, roll into 20 even-sized balls and place on a non-stick baking sheet. Brush lightly with oil and bake for 20–25 minutes until crisp.
  5. While the falafels are cooking, make your tahini dressing by mixing everything together in a small bowl until smooth.
  6. Serve your falafels with the salad and tahini dressing. They’re also great in a wrap.
  7. Place in fridge for 10-15 mins to firm up and enjoy!

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