These baked beetroot falafels are nutritious and packed with iron and omega-3 fatty acids. A healthy option to reduce calorie count, these falafels can be served with wholemeal pitta, sliced veggies, and various sauces. Perfect for a balanced meal.
1: Preheat the oven to 200°C or 390°F and line a baking tray with greaseproof paper.
2: Transfer all the falafel ingredients to a food processor and pulse until the mixture is still quite rough.
3: Take a small handful of the falafel mixture and compress it into a ball the size of a golf ball, then transfer to the baking tray. Repeat until all the mixture has been used.
4: Place the tray with the falafel balls in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
5: Meanwhile, heat the pittas in the oven or toaster. Slice open and fill with hummus, mixed leaves, cucumber, tomato, and red onion.
6: Remove the falafels from the oven and place 3 in each pitta.
7: Serve with a drizzle of chilli sauce and garlic sauce.
