Falafel with tahini drizzle

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Falafel with tahini drizzle is a beloved Middle Eastern dish featuring deep-fried patties or balls made from ground chickpeas or fava beans, seasoned with herbs and spices. The golden, crispy falafel is traditionally served in a pita or on a plate, generously topped with a creamy, nutty tahini sauce made from sesame paste. It's a staple street food and a centerpiece of mezze platters across the Levant and beyond.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Falafel is a good source of plant-based protein and dietary fiber, making it a satisfying and filling meal. A typical serving (about 4-5 falafel balls with tahini) provides roughly 300-400 calories, with the fat content primarily coming from the frying oil and the tahini, which is also rich in healthy unsaturated fats and minerals like calcium and iron.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	550 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	30 g
Fiber	10 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	850 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Magnesium	80 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Folate	120 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Zinc	2.5 mg

Per 1 plate (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Falafel is a fascinating example of a dish that has become a global vegan and vegetarian icon, with its origins hotly debated between Egypt, Palestine, and Lebanon. Nutritionally, the combination of legumes (chickpeas) and sesame (tahini) creates a complete protein, providing all essential amino acids, which is a hallmark of many traditional plant-based diets.