Baked Quinoa Black Bean Falafel

Name: Baked Quinoa Black Bean Falafel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked and cooled quinoa ((make sure it's cooked and completely cooled before using)); 1 15-ounce can black beans ((rinsed, drained, dried)); 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds ((raw or roasted)); 5 cloves garlic ((skin removed and crushed)); 1/2 tsp sea salt, plus more to taste; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp ground coriander; 2 Tbsp tomato paste; 2 Tbsp coconut aminos; 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce ((omit for less spicy falafel)); 1 tsp nutritional yeast ( (optional))

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:45min

An easy, healthy take on falafel with wholesome black beans, quinoa, pumpkin seeds, and garlic. Baked instead of fried, smoky flavor, and entirely vegan and gluten-free!

Updated at: Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:26:12 GMT