Low-Calorie Recipes Low-Calorie Seasonal Recipes Low-Calorie Spring Recipes Low-Calorie Spring Salad Recipes Falafel Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing 4.3 (11) 11 Reviews Deep-fried falafel can be a total grease bomb. But these pan-seared falafel still get crispy in just a few tablespoons of oil with equally satisfying results. Be sure to use dried, instead of canned, chickpeas in this healthy recipe—canned chickpeas add too much moisture. By Stacy Fraser Stacy Fraser Stacy Fraser is an independent culinary professional based in Charlotte, Vermont. She was a kitchen manager at Burlington’s Penny Cluse Cafe for five years before joining the team at EatingWell, where she was test kitchen manager for 13 years. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 18, 2024 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Rate PRINT Share Cook Time: 50 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 servings Nutrition Profile: Nut-Free Dairy-Free Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Low Added Sugar Soy-Free High-Fiber Vegan Vegetarian High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 1 cup dried chickpeas 2 cups packed flat-leaf parsley, divided ¼ cup chopped red onion plus 1/4 cup thinly sliced, divided 2 cloves garlic 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 3 tablespoons lemon juice, divided 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon salt, divided 5 tablespoons tahini 5 tablespoons warm water 6 cups sliced romaine lettuce 2 cups sliced cucumbers and/or radishes 1 pint grape tomatoes, quartered Directions Soak chickpeas in cold water for 12 to 24 hours. Drain the chickpeas and transfer to a food processor. Add 1 cup parsley, chopped onion, garlic, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, cumin and 1/2 teaspoon salt; process until finely and evenly ground. Shape into 12 patties (1 1/2 inches wide), using a generous 2 tablespoons each. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium. Cook the falafel until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn, swirl in 1 tablespoon oil and cook until golden on the other side, 3 to 5 minutes more. Meanwhile, whisk tahini, water and the remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Transfer 1/4 cup to a small bowl. Add romaine and the remaining 1 cup parsley to the large bowl and toss to coat. Top with cucumbers and/or radishes, tomatoes, the sliced onion and the falafel. Drizzle with the reserved 1/4 cup dressing. Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2016 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 499 Calories 31g Fat 45g Carbs 16g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 3 falafel & 2 cups salad Calories 499 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 45g 16% Dietary Fiber 13g 47% Total Sugars 10g Protein 16g 31% Total Fat 31g 40% Saturated Fat 4g 21% Vitamin A 9390IU 188% Vitamin C 63mg 70% Folate 358mcg 90% Sodium 626mg 27% Calcium 176mg 14% Iron 7mg 40% Magnesium 110mg 26% Potassium 1024mg 22% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved