Air Fryer Falafel Recipe (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
Enjoy a crispy, golden falafel with a tender, herbed chickpea center made easily in the air fryer. This vegan, gluten-free version skips the deep-fried mess and delivers on taste and convenience!
Equipment
- 1 Food processor
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups dried chickpeas not canned or pre-cooked
- 5 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 cup parsley leaves chopped
- ½ cup cilantro leaves chopped
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon baking powder optional
- cooking spray for air fryer basket
Instructions
Instructions
- Soak dried chickpeas in water for 18-24 hours. Drain and pat dry.
- Add chickpeas, garlic, onion, parsley, cilantro, coriander, cumin, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and optional baking powder to a food processor and pulse until coarsely ground.
- If the mixture feels too loose, chill it for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and shape into balls or patties using damp hands.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place falafel in a single layer in the basket, air fry for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Remove once golden and crispy.
- Serve warm with pita, lettuce wraps, or sauces such as tahini or hummus.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months. Reheat in the air fryer for best texture.