Delicious protein-rich chickpea falafel for your longevity cuisine

Sometimes it’s the simple recipes that serve us best in the long run. These falafel made from chickpea flour are not only quick to make, but also a real longevity recipe. They are rich in plant protein, fiber, polyphenols, and anti-inflammatory spices.

What’s more, these chickpea balls are gluten-free, vegan, gut-friendly, and, when cooked in an air fryer, particularly low in fat. This makes falafel the perfect choice for a modern, health-conscious diet.

Why are these falafels real longevity food?

I have deliberately chosen the ingredients used because they have a positive effect on your body on several levels:

Chickpea flour

Rich in plant protein
High fiber content → supports the intestinal flora
Stabilizes blood sugar
Good source of magnesium and iron

Cumin & coriander

Promote digestion
Have an antioxidant effect
Support nutrient absorption

Garlic & onion

Sulfur compounds have an anti-inflammatory effect
Support heart health
Prebiotic effect for the gut

Parsley

Vitamin C and Vitamin K
Supports detoxification
Fresh source of chlorophyll

Olive oil

Rich in polyphenols
Supports cell protection and heart health

The result is a combination of foods that not only satisfies your appetite, but also actively supports your body.

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You can find the video tutorial for falafel made from chickpea flour here.

Easy Chickpea Flour Falafel

These falafel made from chickpea flour are quick, easy, and incredibly versatile. They are perfect for lunch, dinner, brunch, or as a healthy snack to take with you on the go. Unlike classic falafel, they are not fried in cheap vegetable oil. This makes them much easier to digest and a beneficial, nutrient-rich choice for your body.

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Prep Time 45

Cook Time 15

Total Time 1

Course savory

Cuisine orientalisch

Servings 8 Falafel

Ingredients

200 g chickpea flour
150 ml boiling water
1 small red onion very finely diced
2 garlic cloves finely grated
2 handfuls fresh parsley very finely chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander seeds
½ tsp baking powder
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
Pepper to taste
Oil for frying

Instructions

Put the chickpea flour in a large bowl.
Slowly stir in the boiling water, stirring constantly, until a thick, smooth mixture forms.
Fold in the onion, garlic, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, and spices.
Let stand for 10 to 15 minutes. This is crucial for binding and digestibility.
Finally, stir in the baking powder.
With slightly moistened hands, form small balls or flat patties.

Pan version:

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
Fry falafel for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Do not turn too early, only when a stable crust has formed.

Air fryer method:

Preheat the air fryer to 190 degrees Celsius.
Lightly brush or spray the falafel with oil.
Bake for 8 to 12 minutes, turning halfway through.
They are ready when they are golden brown on the outside and cooked through on the inside.

Notes

Dip recommendation:

For a delicious, healthy dip, I recommend my vegan fat-free mayonnaise or the tahini spread from my Hasselback and Oven Veggies recipe.

Keyword bloodsugar-friendly, chickpeas, easy, Falafel, healthy, quick, vegan

Suitable for meal prep

The falafel will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, can be frozen, and taste great cold. This makes it an ideal recipe for stress-free, healthy, vegan everyday cooking.

You can find more recipes for a healthy diet that gives you energy, reduces inflammation, and strengthens your body in the long term in my cookbooks* or my e-book*. 🙂

Have you tried these delicious vegan falafels?

Then feel free to write me a comment below and let me know how you liked them. I look forward to hearing from you, and if you share a picture of your chickpea balls on Instagram and tag me @annelinawaller, I’d love to see them. We collect all our creations under the hashtag #annelinawaller.

I hope you enjoy making them and bon appétit.

Hugs,
Annelina