Easy Plant Based Tzatziki & Air-Fried Falafel

Is anyone as obsessed with Greek food as I am?! It’s always insanely satisfying and flavorful, and just transports me to the Mediterranean (which is probably my favorite place EVER – but I’m biased considering I met Nick there ;), more on that here.) This plant based tzatziki and air-fried falafel is not only packed with delicious, good for you ingredients, but it’s also delicious and insanely simple to make too! Let’s dive into it..

Plant Based Tzatziki & Air-Fried Falafel Deets!

Let’s cover the important ingredients and tools you’ll need to execute this recipe. Here’s the details:

• Sour Cream: I personally prefer to use a dairy or lactose free sour cream, seeing as a majority of us don’t tolerate dairy too well. I love the brand Kite Hill for this, but any will do!
• Fresh Dill: Dill is one of the most important flavors in Greek food, and these recipes are no exception to that rule. Get the fresh dill vs. dried, trust me – you’ll taste the difference. Dill is also amazing for our immunity + digestion too!

• Tapioca Starch/Flour: We use the tapioca starch in the falafel, and it acts like a binding agent in the recipe. Definitely don’t forget this ingredient as it plays a big role in the texture of the falafel! Here is the tapioca starch that I love – it’s gluten free, grain free and paleo friendly.
• Vitamix/Food Processor:You will definitely want to make sure that you have one of these on hand to blend the falafel together. I have this Vitamix and it worked perfect for this recipe. 
• Air Fryer: As the recipe notes, the falafel are meant to be cooked in an air fryer! If you haven’t caved and bought one yet, I highly recommend doing so – it’s one of my most used kitchen accessories! This one is similar to the one I use. 

If you’re into this recipe, you may also check out my Plant Based Hummus Quesadillas or Mushroom Pizzas  which are some of my other favorite plant based recipes! 

xoxo

Alysia (Purely) Pope

 

 

 

Plant Based Tzatziki & Air Fried Falafel

Print This

Serves: 2-4 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 15 Min

Ingredients

• TZATZIKI 🥒SAUCE:
• 1 c dairy or lactose free sour cream (I did dairy free)
• 1/2 lemon 🍋, juiced
• 1/2 large cucumber, seeds removed & finely diced
• 1-2 tbsp minced 🧄 garlic
• 2-4 tbsp diced fresh dill
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive 🫒 oil
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• AIR FRIED FALAFEL 🧆:
• 1 can chickpeas, rinsed & drained
• 1 shallot, chopped
• 3 cloves 🧄 garlic, peeled
• 1/2 lemon 🍋, juiced
• 2-4tbsp fresh parsley
• 2 tbsp almond flour
• 1 tbsp tapioca starch
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

Get Us To The Greek!

1. For the tzaziki, simply mix all ingredients well, then chill prior to serving.
2. For the falafel, first, mix all ingredients well using a food processor or vitamix.
3. Next, spray your hands with avocado oil (optional, but helpful) and place parchment paper on your air fryer tray.
4. Roll blended falafel mixture into ~8 balls (about the size of a heaping tablespoon.)
5. Air fry at 375 for about 15 mins until they’re golden brown.