Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (2024)

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (1)

Oysa7702

Rating: 5 stars

03/02/2016

Really good and easy to make.

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (2)

stellacorona

Rating: 5 stars

10/17/2015

used regular tostitos, whole egg. used food chopper for beans and gr onions. and whole avocado. everything else as instructed. i think i will bake the patties next time, my bean burgers always seem to stick….?? but i will def make again!!! served in pita, and tortilla as a wrap.

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (3)

libtechgirl

Rating: 5 stars

04/29/2015

These were great. Made a few substitutions based on ingredients on hand/taste preferences. I used the entire avocado for the dressing. Omitted the red onions as I don't like them. Used a mix of pre-shredded white cheeses that I had on hand (an Italian mix and a little mozzarella). Served "open faced" on a half of a piece of packaged naan bread since weirdly, my market didn't have any pita. Pita, Spread, Greens (spring mix), Falafal. Delicious!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (4)

JulieUpton

Rating: 5 stars

07/26/2014

We loved this! Even my husband who dislikes all the crazy vegetarian (I'm a would love to be vegetarian) recipes I try loved this. It is quick,too. Try it,you will like it!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (5)

RaeByrd1982

Rating: 5 stars

09/20/2013

Amazing! I don't like cilantro or cumin so I just used Ms. Dash garlic & herb.

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (6)

gumdropgirl

Rating: 5 stars

09/08/2013

So delicious! This is more Mexican with pinto beans, cilantro and avocado vs falafel. At any rate, loved it!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (8)

GrayGoose

Rating: 5 stars

11/07/2012

This was phenomenal, and very easy to make. I did heed the advice of others a put the mixture into the fridge for a few minutes prior to shaping and cooking the patties. For the avocado cream sauce, I basically followed the recipe adding a bit more lime juice, more cilantro, and a whole avocado. This is a definite keeper!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (9)

Christalplatt

Rating: 4 stars

10/22/2012

My family really LOVES this recipe! I also let the mixture chill in the fridge for a little bit, it makes it easier to shape patties. LOVE IT! I have celiacs disease, so instead of the pita, I use lettuce and make a wrap, on put it on top of GF bread.

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (10)

annbrag

Rating: 5 stars

04/16/2012

The best falafel recipe I've had.

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (11)

shankoene

Rating: 5 stars

04/02/2012

I've made these half a dozen or so times. We love them. The only problem with healthier food that tastes this good is that I'm tempted to eat twice as much!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (12)

horsjumpr

Rating: 4 stars

07/13/2011

This was delicious!!! It was like mexican falafel!!!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (13)

Frann226

Rating: 1 stars

02/11/2011

Ummm- do not cook according to instructions or you'll end up getting sick all night like I did. The falafels need way more time cooking on each side. The dish could be good if the directions were correct.

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (14)

rkn1993

Rating: 3 stars

07/05/2010

This was a nice change of pace and a great gluten-free option. I found it easier to mix the falafel ingredients in a food processor. I also let the mixture chill in the refrigerator before forming the patties. It is easier to cook 8 small patties so that they do not fall apart when you flip them over.

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (15)

abbyandchris

Rating: 5 stars

06/14/2010

Easy, fast and different. Great way to change things up a bit on a weeknight because its easy to make easy to eat! Sometimes we skip the pita and just serve the patties with the avacado spread and some of the left over chips.

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (16)

laura5w

Rating: 5 stars

04/23/2010

I thought this recipe was so good! And, it was easy and came together so quickly! I read the reviews saying this was a glorified hamburger, so I made 8 smaller patties instead of 4 bigger ones to give it more of a falafel feel. I also added garlic to the recipe to kick it up just a notch. And, while it wasn't the fanciest meal ever, it was definitely tasty enough to serve to friends (just maybe not to your boss)!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (17)

goaugiedoggies

Rating: 3 stars

01/07/2010

Having no memorable experience with falafel before I cannot comment on whether this compares favorably or not. I prepared the recipe exactly as written and found it to be a solid recipe with good flavor and texture. Some of the other reviews comment on the amount of time it takes to cook. I followed the recipe and three minutes PER SIDE was perfect -- crispy crust and gooey middle. I gave it three stars because four stars indicates the recipe is worthy of a special occasion and this is more of a beanburger type of recipe. Certainly good and healthful, but not something I would serve to special guests. Bottom line: good sandwich. Enjoy with a cold beer!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (18)

carolyngre

Rating: 5 stars

11/13/2009

I just made this...and... it was AMAZING! So good. Can't wait to make for more people and impress them!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (19)

liz581

Rating: 5 stars

10/22/2009

This is a hit. Everyone likes this, from friends with more sophisticated tastes to people who are more inclined to spaghetti and meatballs. This is on our regular rotation :)

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (20)

LKFerg78

Rating: 5 stars

06/24/2009

This recipe was fantastic! It was very inexpensive, easy and delicious! I have never had falafel before, but I needed to make something to use the cliantro I am growing in my herb garden. I am forwarding this recipe to friends!!!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (21)

bkdice

Rating: 5 stars

06/23/2009

I LOVE this recipe. It is so easy and SO tasty! I add jalapeno to the spread and I prefer to use blue corn chips in the mix. I haven't had anyone disappointed this recipe yet!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (22)

AnnieRay

Rating: 4 stars

06/14/2009

These turned out wonderful. We love falafel, but it can be so time consuming to make it right. This was a delicious substitution. It had a Southwestern taste, but falafel substance. Great weeknight dinner!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (23)

SkiAliG

Rating: 5 stars

04/20/2009

This is a weeknight staple in our house. It's quick, healthy and delicious. We usually double it for leftovers and use a whole avocado in the spread. It goes great with some frozen corn and pita chips on the side! Make sure to keep the temperature high on the stove while you're cooking - makes the patties very crispy and yummy!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (24)

samj142

Rating: 5 stars

03/12/2009

These are outstanding! My husband is a big meat eater and when I make these there is no complaining where is the beef! They reheat well for a great lunch the next day!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (25)

bubby427

Rating: 5 stars

03/11/2009

AMAZING! I used pita chips instead of tortilla chips because that's what I had on hand. One of my favorites!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (26)

Ashley22

Rating: 5 stars

02/17/2009

I absoultely love this recipe. I'm a huge fan of ordering falafels at Middle Eastern restaurants, and although I wouldn't say this tastes like what you are served there, this is a lovely recipe. I love that there is cheese in the patties and the avocado spread gives the overall end sandwhich wonderful flavor, without the fried of traditional falafels.

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (27)

Bacardigirl

Rating: 5 stars

01/25/2009

I made these tonight not sure how they were going to taste, judging by the reviews. I followed the recipe pretty close as directed, using blue tortilla chips, pinto beans, green onions and shredded cheddar. Added an egg white (and a little bit of yolk), fried them in olive oil for about 5-6 min total. I had an avocado to make the spread, but it wasn't ripe enough to use, so I ended up topping the pitas with sour cream and shredded iceburg lettuce. I was worried what my meat-loving BF would say after taking the 1st bite, but WOW we were surprised! They were terrific! Meaty-textured, crunchy on the outside, filling and very flavorful. We loved them! Definitely a keeper of a recipe!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (28)

palomisha

Rating: 5 stars

01/24/2009

Soooo delicious! Even my non-vegetarian friends loved it!! The patties taste so good, but they do take longer than 3 minutes to cook, which is ok!! I let them cook for about 10 min. I put a lot more tomatoes in the avocado spread, tasted great! I served roasted potato salad on the side and fresh fruit juice. Simply delicious!

Falafel with Avocado Spread Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Is avocado spread the same as guacamole? ›

Avocado spread is not the same as guacamole. Guacamole is a Mexican avocado-based dip seasoned with lime, cilantro, garlic, and salt. Avocado spread, while similar, can be made with many other ingredients, and everyone does it differently. We make ours with tahini, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and garlic.

Why can't you use cooked chickpeas for falafel? ›

Turns out that dried chickpeas are essential to good falafel. See, canned chickpeas have already been cooked. Starch molecules within them have already burst and released their sticky contents, much of which get washed away in the cooking liquid, leaving the remaining chickpeas with very little clinging power.

How long does avocado spread last in the fridge? ›

The spread will stay fresh, green, and flavorful for up to 4 days in the fridge. To store it, transfer the spread to an airtight container, place the avocado pit in the center to prevent it from browning, and then seal the lid on top.

What are the 2 types of falafel? ›

There are three types of falafel--Traditional falafel, baked falafel and lemon falafel. “Where the traditional falafel is the basic fried falafel comprising a mix of chickpeas, onions, garlic, herbs and spices, baked falafels are made using fresh herbs in the chickpea mixture,” says Chef Sati from Ophelia.

Is avocado spread healthier than butter? ›

Instead of spreading butter on your toast, mash your avocado into a creamy delicious spread to reduce your saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium intake. By comparison, 1/3 of a medium avocado (50 grams) has 80 calories and only 1 gram of saturated fat.

Are avocado spreads healthy? ›

Healthy eating and avocados go hand in hand. Whether it's calories, fiber, saturated fat or cholesterol, avocados have more of what you want and less of what you don't want. Naturally cholesterol-free, avocados spreads, toppings and dips are a creamy and nutritious alternative to saturated fat laden recipes.

Why does my falafel fall apart when I fry it? ›

If the mixture is too wet, the falafel has a tendency to fall apart when being fried so please pat dry the ingredients before using them. If you find the mixture is too wet, simply add little more breadcrumbs. The falafel mixture after prepared can be shaped by hand or with a tool called an alb falafel (falafel mold).

What if I forgot to soak my chickpeas overnight for falafel? ›

Alternatively, if you're short on time, you can use the quick-soak method: place the beans in a pot and cover with water by about three inches; bring to a rolling boil and boil for five minutes, then remove the pan from the heat and let stand for one hour. Drain the chickpeas.

Is avocado spread bad when it turns brown? ›

Although brown guacamole isn't the most appealing, it's completely safe to eat (as long as you've stored the guacamole in the refrigerator, and it isn't more than three days old). "While a bit off-putting to look at, brown guacamole is totally safe," confirms Food Network's nutritionist, Dana Angelo White, MS RD ATC.

How can you tell if avocado spread is bad? ›

If you've left your avocado spread on the counter for over a week, then browning may be a sign of spoilage. But if your avocados were perfectly ripe when you made the spread but turned brown after an hour, they're still safe to eat.

What is falafel called in English? ›

Falafel (/fəˈlɑːfəl/; Arabic: فلافل, [fæˈlæːfɪl]) is a deep-fried ball or patty-shaped fritter of Egyptian origin, featuring in Middle Eastern cuisine, particularly Levantine cuisines, and is made from broad beans, ground chickpeas, or both.

Do Muslims eat falafel? ›

Many Muslim and Jewish diners love falafels. Islamic and Jewish dietary laws enjoy a host of parallels. They share the ban on the consumption of pork and blood. They also put a great focus on maintaining cleanliness to ensure the purity of their food.

What do you eat falafel with? ›

Side Dishes
  • Vermicelli Rice. A bowl of steaming vermicelli rice pairs so well with a variety of foods – but in my opinion, there's nothing better to serve it with than falafel! ...
  • Mujadara. ...
  • Fried Potatoes and Onions. ...
  • Crispy Roasted Chickpeas. ...
  • Spicy Potatoes (Batata Harra) ...
  • Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmas)
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What do you eat avocado spread on? ›

Whether it was on my egg, lettuce, and tomato sandwich for lunch or next to scrambled eggs for breakfast, garlicky avocado spread was the perfect condiment for every meal. It's a wonderful substitution for mayo for those of you who can't eat eggs or want something a little healthier.

What is avocado spread made of? ›

This avocado spread recipe is straightforward; you only need four accessible ingredients. We used avocados, lime juice, cream cheese, and some spices. Serve it with toasted bread and a soft-boiled egg or as a dip for other dishes.

Is guacamole a dip or a spread? ›

What Is Guacamole? Guacamole is an avocado-based dip or spread that originated in Mexico. It's typically made with mashed avocado and lime juice, then seasoned with salt and cilantro.

Is avocado toast just guacamole on toast? ›

Avocado toast consists of not much more than mashed avocado spread on toast. Meanwhile, guacamole toast is just what it sounds like—toast spread with guacamole, which is made from mashed avocado with add-ins such as onion, cilantro, and chiles.

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