Vegan Protein Falafel

About

These delicious Keto falafel are loaded with flavor and packed with low carb plant-based protein. Our tasty low carb falafel have been prepared with plant-based ground ‘meat’, aromatic garlic and onion, earthy tahini, a hint of lemon, ground cumin, fresh cilantro and parsley, cauliflower rice, and ground almonds. These make a great low carb plant-based alternative to falafel, perfect for snacking, dipping, or adding to salads.

What Plant Based Mince Should I Use?

We have used a soya-based ground ‘meat’ substitute for this vegan Keto recipe. It is important to use a ‘meat’ alternative mince as the consistency is pliable and crucial in helping the mixture hold together. The recipe will not work with dry soy or texturized vegetable protein flakes. Please be sure to adjust your macros to account for any changes made to the original recipe.

Serving Suggestions

This vegan Keto falafel recipe makes a tasty and versatile low carb meal. The falafel can be served as a snack or sharing plate with your favorite low carb dip or a vegan Keto hummus. The falafel can also be served for lunch as a topping for a hearty Mediterranean-inspired salad or as a dinner option served with a Keto-friendly cauliflower rice couscous.

Ingredients

100 g vegan soya protein mince
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon lemon peel or zest raw
1 teaspoon cumin, ground
1 tablespoon cilantro
1 tablespoon parsley
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
½ tablespoon tahini
½ medium – 2 1/2" diameter onion
½ teaspoon salt, sea salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
⅓ cup cauliflower rice
⅓ cup, ground almonds, raw

Instructions

Thinly slice the garlic and dice the onion. Add to a food processor. Add the lemon zest, soya mince, cauliflower rice, cilantro, parsley, cumin, tahini, salt and pepper. Blend until well combined and you have a semi coarse paste. You may add more spices and herbs as desired.
Spoon the falafel mixture into a mixing bowl. Add the ground almonds. Mix everything together well with your hands.
Divide the falafel mixture evenly into 8 portions. Roll each portion into a ball with your hands. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over a medium/high heat.
Add the falafel balls to the hot skillet. Pan fry for 2-3 minutes each side, or until golden brown all over and cooked through. Serve with your preferred Keto sides or dips.