How To Make Spinach & Feta Falafel Bites
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
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In a food processor, combine the spinach, chickpeas, feta cheese, parsley, garlic, flour, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, and baking powder. Pulse until well combined and the mixture holds together.
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Shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
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Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the falafel balls in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
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Serve the spinach & feta falafel bites hot as an appetizer or snack. They can also be served in pita bread with tzatziki sauce for a delicious falafel sandwich.
Nutrition
- Calories : 210kcal
- Total Fat : 10g
- Saturated Fat : 4g
- Cholesterol : 20mg
- Sodium : 579mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 22g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 2g
- Protein : 9g
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