Raw Falafel

Raw vegan falafels are so delicious and nutritious and you can actually make them in no time and with just a few ingredients. These falafels can also be totally nut-free by just exchanging the almond butter for extra tahini.

RAW FALAFEL [VEGAN, GRAIN-FREE]

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE FALAFEL:

• 1 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon cilantro seed
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 2 tablespoons shallot
• 2 teaspoons tahini
• 1 garlic clove
• 2 tablespoons almond butter or more tahini
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

FOR THE RED CABBAGE SALAD:

• 1 carrot
• 1 cup red cabbage
• 1/2 cup green cabbage
• 10-15 mint leafs

FOR THE SALAD DRESSING:

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• Pinch salt

FOR THE TAHINI DRESSING:

• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 1/2 garlic clove
• 1/8 cup filtered water
• Pinch salt

FOR THE HUMMUS:

• 15 ounces chickpeas, drained, liquid reserved
• Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 cloves garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

PREPARATION

1. Blend all ingredients in a food possessor until fully combined. Form small falafel balls and sprinkle with some sesame seeds.
2. Cut the cabbages in small stripes or use a mandolin. Mix in the salad dressing and mix well. Blend the tahini dressing in a food possessor or a blender until smooth. Serve on the side.
3. Blend all ingredients for the hummus in a food possessor, blend until smooth. Add some water or olive oil if needed.

http://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-recipe/raw-falafel-grain-free/