Delicious Baked Sweet Potato Falafel Recipe

Enjoy a healthy twist on traditional falafel with this Baked Sweet Potato Falafel recipe. Made with sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and a blend of spices, these falafels are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. They are perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a pot of boiling water, cook the sweet potatoes until tender. Drain and let cool.
3. In a food processor, combine the cooked sweet potatoes, chickpeas, garlic, cilantro, parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Pulse until well combined.
4. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and stir in the flour until the mixture holds together.
5. Form the mixture into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with your hand.
6. Brush the tops of the falafels with olive oil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. Serve the baked sweet potato falafel with your favorite dipping sauce or in a pita with fresh veggies.

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