# Air Fryer Falafel with Tahini Sauce

Herby chickpea falafel from a tin, with a lemony tahini drizzle. Makes 12.

25 min. Serves 3. 205 kcal per serving.

## What you need

- 1 tin chickpeas (400g), drained and patted dry
- 1/2 onion, roughly chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
- Handful parsley
- Handful coriander
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp plain flour (wheat)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp tahini (sesame)
- 1 lemon

## How to make it

Air Fryer Falafel with Tahini Sauce

1. **Step 1**: Pulse the chickpeas, onion, garlic, herbs, cumin, flour, baking powder and a pinch of salt to a coarse paste.
2. **Step 2**: Shape into 12 small patties and brush with the oil.
3. **Step 3**: Preheat the air fryer to 190°C for 3 minutes.
4. **Step 4**: Air fry in one layer for 12 to 14 minutes, turning halfway, until golden.
5. **Step 5**: Whisk the tahini with lemon juice and 3 tbsp water and drizzle over.

## Nutrition per serving

Per serving, rounded. These are estimates, not a prescription.

| Per serving | Amount |
| --- | --- |
| Energy | 205 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 16 g |
| Fat | 12 g |

This recipe fits these eating styles by the numbers and the ingredients: Keto, Low carb, High fat, Mediterranean.

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Last updated: 2026-09-24