Eight creative falafel recipes you’ll love: from pita pockets to power bowls. Plan, price, and cook smarter with Appetise’s free meal-planning tool.
Why Falafel Is the Hero of Modern Cooking
Falafel isn’t just another veggie option, it’s the golden, crispy cornerstone of modern plant-based cooking. Made from chickpeas or fava beans, falafel is high in protein, fibre, and flavour. It’s vegan-friendly, meal-prep-friendly, and happiness-on-a-plate-friendly.
If you love fuss-free, flavour-rich meals, you’re about to fall head over heels for these eight Appetise-approved falafel recipes. Each one has been designed for home cooks who want quick, nutritious meals with a twist of global inspiration.
Falafel Power Bowl with Green Tahini Dressing
The power bowl that launched a thousand lunch goals. Crunchy falafel sits on a vibrant bed of quinoa, roasted veggies, and greens, all brought together with a herby green tahini dressing that’s as addictive as it sounds.💡 Pro tip: Batch-cook your falafel and freeze them for quick weekday lunches, they reheat super nicely in an air fryer.
Pumpkin And Za’tar Tagine With Crispy Falafel Topping
Moroccan spice meets Middle Eastern crunch. This aromatic tagine features roasted pumpkin, chickpeas, and a fragrant za’atar blend, all crowned with golden falafel.Perfect for cooler evenings or when you want comfort food that doesn’t compromise on plant power.
Turkish Eggplant, Zucchini & Falafel
Smoky eggplant. Sweet zucchini. Crisp falafel. This Turkish-inspired dish layers flavours and textures like a Mediterranean dream. Serve it warm with a dollop of yoghurt or your favourite vegan tzatziki.🌿 Serving idea: Sprinkle pomegranate seeds for a pop of colour and tang
Falafel Pita Pockets
The OG lunch-on-the-go. Fresh pita bread stuffed with warm falafel, crunchy salad, and creamy sauce, the definition of quick, satisfying comfort.🥙 Smart swap: Use whole-grain pitas for extra fibre and a nutty edge.
Because adult lunch boxes deserve flavour, too. The Mezze Lunch Box is your portable platter of hummus, tabbouleh, olives, and mini falafel, all balanced, bright, and ready for your next desk or park picnic.✨ Pro move: Pair with a mint lemonade for a lunch worth looking forward to.
Falafel with Couscous, Fennel Slaw, and Sumac Fries
The gourmet twist your weeknight needs. Crispy falafel teams up with fluffy couscous, tangy fennel slaw, and spiced sumac fries, a textural masterpiece that’s as good for a dinner party as it is for a Tuesday.🍋 Serving tip: Add a drizzle of lemon-garlic yoghurt to tie everything together.
Falafel Tray Bake
Your one-pan wonder. Roasted veggies, chickpeas, and falafel come together in this hands-off, flavour-packed tray bake. Less washing-up, more eating-up.🔥 Bonus: Perfect for batch cooking, just double the recipe and you’ve got lunch sorted for days.
Falafel, Grilled Zucchini, Harissa Yoghurt, Salad Wraps
When you crave something bold and fresh, these wraps deliver. The smoky heat of harissa meets the creaminess of yoghurt and the crunch of fresh salad. It’s portable, punchy, and pure joy in every bite.🌶 Tip: Adjust the harissa to your spice tolerance, no judgment either way.
Falafel: More Than Just a Recipe
Falafel isn’t just food; it’s a lifestyle choice that celebrates flavour, sustainability, and creativity. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, flexitarian, or just falafel-curious, these recipes prove that plant-based cooking doesn’t have to be boring or bland.
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