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Falafel Bowl with Turmeric Rice and Dairy-Free Tzatziki Sauce

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This easy falafel recipe is gluten-free & vegan, served with a flavorful side of turmeric rice then topped with a creamy dairy-free tzatziki sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: gluten-free, Mediterranean
Calories: 321
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Falafels
  • 2 Cans Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • ¾ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ Lemon juiced
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 4 tablespoon Gluten Free 1:1 Flour
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional
  • 2-3 tablespoon Avocado Oil for sauteing
Turmeric Rice
  • 1 cup Rice
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth
  • ½ teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ Red pepper diced
  • ½ Onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon Oil
Dairy Free Tzatziki Sauce
For Serving
  • Cucumbers
  • Tomatoes
  • Shredded lettuce

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Combine chickpeas, parsley, garlic, cumin, and lemon into a food processor. Process on high until everything is blended and smooth. Scraping down sides as needed.
  2. Add in the flour and baking powder. Pulse until thoroughly combined.
  3. Roll your falafel into small balls or patties.
  4. Add 2 tablespoon oil to a large skillet and heat to med-high.
  5. Cook the falafel on all sides until golden brown and crispy, adding more oil as needed.
Turmeric Rice
  1. Heat oil in a skillet and saute onion & red pepper for 1-2 mins.
  2. Add rice to the skillet and saute for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour in broth, salt and turmeric. Mix well and bring to a boil.
  4. Cover and lower heat to a simmer. Cook according to package directions for rice.
Dairy Free Tzatziki Sauce
  1. Place shredded cucumber on a papertowel and squeeze to drain out excess liquid.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Mix well or blend for a smoother consistancy.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to use.

Nutrition

Calories: 321kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 0.01mgSodium: 1311mgPotassium: 236mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1141IUVitamin C: 36mgCalcium: 107mgIron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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