Falafel is practically the health food of our dreams. And we say practically because despite the good-for-you combo of chickpeas, herbs and spices, these little fritters are usually deep-fried. Which ...

These falafel patties are made with a mixture of chickpeas and green peas to bump up the nutritional value. They are also pan fried in olive oil, eliminating the need for deep-frying and making them ...

Cook's note: Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds. Find it in better grocery stores and those that specialize in Mediterranean ingredients. Make falafel: Place the onion and garlic in the ...

Note: While this family favorite requires a bit of planning, as you need to soak the chickpeas overnight, the actual meal comes together quickly. The recipe makes enough for a crowd, but uncooked ...

Beverly Lynn Bennett’s new cookbook, "Vegan Bites," caters to the just-one, just-veggies crowd with small-batch vegan recipes. But you don’t need to be single or a vegan to appreciate her recipe for ...

Falafel, a fried patty that starts as chickpeas and spices, appeals to omnivores and vegans alike. Tucked into a soft pita, with some tahini sauce, lettuce and tomato, it offers a nutty, savory flavor ...

If all that comes to mind when you think of chickpeas is their adorable name and mini heart-shaped figure, you’re not giving them enough credit. This ancient legume was first cultivated over 7,500 ...

Fava Bean Falafel Burger topped with a cucumber yogurt sauce. Falafel are deep-fried fritters made from ground chickpeas or fava beans. The best-tasting veggie burger I've ever met is falafel. A ...