Spicy Hummus & Quinoa Falafel
3 ingredient Spicy Hummus and Quinoa falafel fritters. Easy to make and less calories than the traditional fried falafel.
Servings 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 cup hummus any flavor
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
Assembly
- small pitas
- sliced tomato
- spinach leaves
- sliced red onion
- feta crumbles
Instructions
- Mix the quinoa, hummus and flour together. Cover and chill for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 425º. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
- Use a hinged scoop to make 12 equal sized balls. Place on parchment lined baking sheet and press down slightly with a spatula. Bake 10 minutes.
- Turn the oven on to broil and broil until crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Carefully flip each falafel and broil until crisp, about 3 minutes more. Remove immediately and serve with mini pita pockets, tomato, spinach, red onion, feta and your favorite condiments.
Notes
Any flavor of hummus will work with this recipe. Let your imagination soar.
Nutrition
Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 334mg | Potassium: 301mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 447IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 2mg
