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    Home Β» Vegetarian

    Almond Meal Pulp & Zucchini Falafels

    Published: May 9, 2014 Β· Updated: Jun 9, 2020 by Angela Coleby Β· This post may contain affiliate links Β· This blog generates income via ads Β·

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    Almond meal pulp and zucchini falafels are a great way to use up left over almond meal.

    Almond meal pulp and zucchini falafels .

    I like to make my own almond milk as that way I know that there has been nothing unnatural sneaked it but it hurts me to throw away the left over almond meal.   I tried to make a cracker with it which did not work out well.   I would rather lick the conveyor belt at the supermarket then eat those again (not every recipe is a success!).

     Finally,  I made a lovely savoury dish from the almond meal so it's not gone to waste.  I am also missing a decent falafel since moving away from the Middle East, and this was a half decent substitute (you still cannot beat the real thing).  More importantly for me, it is a great low carb version of falafel.  Perfect with a cauliflower wrap and salad.  It works out to be about 2 net carbs per falafel.  Nom nom!

    Almond meal pulp and zucchini falafels .

    The added zucchini gives the falafel the moistness you normally get from the chickpeas when you are making the traditional version with chickpeas.  As ever, it's a great way to sneak vegetables into a dish!  More importantly, a tasty way to use up the almond meal from home made almond milk!  I'm still unsure how to categorize these, a vegetarian side dish, main or a snack?   I eat them in all three categories!

    Almond meal pulp and zucchini falafels

    Other low carb falafel recipes

    You can make a low carb falafel from cauliflower too. Try this cauliflower falafel recipe too.

    Almond meal & zucchini falafel

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    Course Main Course
    Servings 2 People

    Ingredients
      

    • Β½ Cup almond meal pulp (leftover from making almond milk)
    • 20 g coconut flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
    • 1 cup zucchini grated
    • 1 tablespoon parsley, fresh chopped
    • 2 tablespoons coriander, (cilantro), fresh chopped
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • Β½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
    • Β½ teaspoon salt
    • Β½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 3-4 tablespoons olive oil

    Instructions
     

    • Place all of the ingredients, except the baking soda and coconut flour in a food processor and blitz until combined.
    • Spoon the mixture into a bowl and add the baking soda and coconut. Mix well. Add more coconut flour if required.
    • Take about a tablespoon of the mixture, and make into balls, flattening slightly.
    • Place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm.
    • Heat the olive oil on a medium heat in a frying pan.
    • Fry the falafel on both side for until golden and firm.
    • Eat and enjoy!

    Notes

    Makes 10-12 falafel balls
    Nutritional Info per falafel - 81 Calories, 7g Fat, 2g Protein, 4g Total Carbs, 2g Fibre, 2g Net Carbs
     
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    1. Lee Fraser

      August 14, 2017 at 1:59 am

      Oh dear - I think you mean baking powder instead of baking soda? These tasted really strongly of baking soda with a whole teaspoon in there.

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        August 14, 2017 at 6:38 am

        No, it's baking soda as you would use in a falafel recipe. Perhaps try half next time?

        Reply
    2. Katie

      July 16, 2017 at 6:45 pm

      Wow! These are TAST-E. I have a couple of quick questions for future reference. What purpose does the Coconut flour serve? Also, could these be baked instead of fried?

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        July 16, 2017 at 6:50 pm

        I use the coconut flour to bind them together as it soaks up the moisture of the zucchini. You could try it without but they may fall apart. I've baked this too which were okayish.. I prefer the crispy coating of the fried version. Split the batch into 2, bake one and fry one to see which ones you prefer!

        Reply
    3. joy

      April 27, 2016 at 4:40 pm

      I have someone who has a nut allergy..What are you thoughts on using tapioca starch or potato starch in place of the almond meal?

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        April 27, 2016 at 4:48 pm

        Ooohh, that's a puzzling. I would guess you could, but probably reduce the quantity. Use the starch as a binder rather than a main ingredient.

        Reply
    4. Jade

      April 16, 2016 at 4:55 pm

      does it have to be pulp left over from making milk. I have no interest in making milk but would love to make this. Can i just use Almond Meal that I buy at the store?

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        April 18, 2016 at 8:00 am

        Hi Jade, I don't think that the almond meal would work as it may make it a bit too dry.

        Reply
    5. Nancy

      March 13, 2016 at 3:43 pm

      Hi there these look great, can you make it with ground almonds instead?

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        March 14, 2016 at 9:33 am

        Hi Nancy. Although I haven't tried it with ground almonds, I think it would work. Let me know how it turns out!

        Reply
    6. Kate

      February 21, 2016 at 6:59 pm

      I made these yesterday along with the cauliflower hummus because I'm Paleo and had a vegan friend coming round for lunch. They were delicious. Even our partners were impressed and came back for more. I'm so glad I trebled the recipe so I had leftovers for lunch today.

      I used just normal ground almonds that I got in the supermarket and I baked them because I was worried about them falling apart if I fried them.

      Thank you for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again.

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        February 22, 2016 at 9:48 am

        Hi Kate! Glad you all enjoyed them and good choice with the cauliflower hummus too! Thanks for popping by!

        Reply
    7. Jen

      November 25, 2015 at 2:47 pm

      Hi there,

      I would like to try this recipe. But the almond meal mentioned in the ingredients list, is that the shop bought almond meal or the wet almond pulp left from making almond milk? Or is it dehydrated wet almond pulp?

      Thanks.

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        November 25, 2015 at 3:01 pm

        Hi, it's the almond pulp left over from making almond milk. I hate throwing it away! I've also made brownies with it, but prefer the falafels. Hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    8. B Lee

      May 02, 2015 at 7:42 pm

      Greetings! I tried making this recipe. The only thing I didn't have was fresh coriander so I just added a little more ground coriander. I had a problem though. They just crumbled in my pan. Even though I formed the patties and put them in the fridge for the stated amount of time they just came apart when I tried to flip them and I was careful. What is supposed to be binding them together? I wondered if there is supposed to be an egg in the recipe? If not can you please offer me some suggestions as to what I did wrong. I followed the recipe exactly as written except for the fresh coriander which wouldn't in anyway contribute to binding the patties together.

      Reply
      • Divalicious

        May 04, 2015 at 8:50 am

        Hi! Perhaps the zucchini was a bit too wet? This helps bind the mixture together but if it's a bit too wet it would fall apart. Make sure any excess water is squeezed from the zucchini. Hope the next batch works out! Thanks for popping by.

        Reply
    9. BreAnna @ Crafty Coin

      April 23, 2015 at 1:40 pm

      I absolutely LOVE this!! Almond pulp is one of those things I'm never quite sure how to use. I've never seen a recipe like this before. It looks great!

      BreAnna | Crafty Coin
      Real Food on a Real Budget

      Reply
      • Divalicious

        April 23, 2015 at 1:47 pm

        Thanks BreAnna. Hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    10. A Home Cook

      April 23, 2015 at 12:28 pm

      I love felafels, but have someone who shouldn't really eat chickpeas. This might solve our problem.

      Reply
      • Divalicious

        April 23, 2015 at 1:48 pm

        Thanks for popping by. Try them with my zucchini hummus too! (a chickpea free meal!)

        Reply
        • A Home Cook

          April 23, 2015 at 5:25 pm

          Oh yes, thank you,

          Reply
    11. The Two Savings Sisters

      April 21, 2015 at 5:52 pm

      These look really tasty, I just need to find some coconut flour here in the UK and then I'll be making some.

      Reply
      • Divalicious

        April 22, 2015 at 10:12 am

        Holland & Barrett should stock some. Happy baking!

        Reply
    12. K @ Peeled Wellness

      April 21, 2015 at 2:12 pm

      These look so satisfying- its great to have healthier appetizer options like this. Thanks for sharing at 'Tell em Tuesday'!
      xoxo K
      http://peeledwellness.com

      Reply
    13. louisemaciel

      March 26, 2015 at 8:34 pm

      Hi! Can I use regular flour instead coconut flour?

      Reply
      • Divalicious

        March 28, 2015 at 12:12 am

        Of course .. I use it to keep the carbs down but please feel free. I want my recipes to be something others can play with! Thanks for popping by πŸ˜‰

        Reply
    14. jamiemid

      May 10, 2014 at 8:04 am

      Wow, what an amazing idea! I also like to make my own almond milk, and always wondered what I could do with the leftover pulp. I know that some people use it to make flour, but that involves a lot of time, and I don't generally have enough pulp left over to do anything with it. This recipe is sheer genius. I rarely eat falafels, but I think will be eating more in the future. Thanks for a really great idea. I use a lot of zucchini, and I love coriander, so this is brilliant. I will be making this very soon.

      Reply
      • Divalicious

        May 10, 2014 at 8:12 pm

        Awwh! Thanks! So pleased you like this! Let me know how it goes when you make it. I agree with you on the flour, takes too much time and is easier to throw it in a blender with other ingredients. Thanks for popping by! πŸ˜‰

        Reply
    15. Gluten Free Fabulous

      May 10, 2014 at 5:10 am

      Looks fantastic - love the spices you've used!

      Reply
      • Divalicious

        May 10, 2014 at 8:12 pm

        Thanks! Glad you like the look of it!

        Reply

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