Air Fryer Sweet Potato Falafel
Servings: 5
Calories: 93 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato, diced*
- 1 can chickpeas, drained
- 1 medium red onion, diced (around 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup fresh coriander, chopped coarsely
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped coarsely
- 3-4 cloves garlic
- 1-1/2 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. ground coriander
- 1 tsp. salt
- 3 Tbsp. chickpea flour or almond flour
- 1 tsp. baking powder
Instructions
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To soften diced sweet potato, microwave for 3-5 minutes. You can also use a steaming method by filling a pot with one inch of water, placing a steamer basket filled with potatoes on top and covering for about 10 minutes, until sweet potatoes are soft.
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In blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth (slightly chunky is OK).
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Transfer mixture to bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm.
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Spoon about 1 tablespoon or so into hand and roll into 1-inch-thick ball. Repeat with remaining dough.
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Air fry at 375 degrees F for 15-18 minutes.
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Serve with tahini, hummus and your favorite veggies.
Recipe Notes
- *If using organic sweet potato, leave the skin on for added fiber and nutrients. If not, simply peel it before cubing.
- No air fryer? No problem! Bake falafel in oven at 375 degrees F for 25-30 minutes. They’ll be slightly less crispy, but just as delicious! If your oven has a fan, turn it on to help the hot air circulate (this will yield crispier falafel!).
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Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Falafel
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 93
Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 420mg18%
Potassium 429mg12%
Carbohydrates 19g6%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 7026IU141%
Vitamin C 12mg15%
Calcium 88mg9%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.