Falafel with Avocado Spread

Vegetarian
Health score
9%
Falafel with Avocado Spread
45 min.
4
249kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy vegetarian option that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than our Falafel with Avocado Spread! This delightful dish is not only packed with flavor but also offers a satisfying crunch, making it an ideal choice for antipasti, starters, snacks, or appetizers. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this tasty treat for yourself or impress your guests with minimal effort.

Each serving is a delightful combination of crispy falafel patties made from pinto beans and Monterey Jack cheese, perfectly complemented by a creamy avocado spread. The addition of fresh cilantro, lime juice, and green onions elevates the flavors, creating a vibrant and refreshing experience in every bite. Plus, with only 249 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a nutritious snack, these falafel pitas are sure to please. The combination of textures and flavors, along with the colorful presentation, makes this dish a standout. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to enjoy a delightful culinary adventure with our Falafel with Avocado Spread!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup avocado peeled mashed
  • 0.8 ounce baked tortilla chips crushed finely
  • 15 ounce pinto beans rinsed drained canned
  • 1.5 teaspoons canola oil 
  • tablespoon cilantro leaves finely chopped
  • large egg white 
  • tablespoons green onions finely chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • teaspoon juice of lime fresh
  • servings microgreens 
  • ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • 6-inch pitas cut in half crosswise ()
  • tablespoon onion red finely chopped
  •  onion red separated thin
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons cup heavy whipping cream fat-free sour
  • tablespoons tomatoes finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. To prepare patties, place pinto beans in a medium bowl; partially mash with a fork.
  2. Add cheese and next 5 ingredients (through egg white); stir until well combined. Shape bean mixture into 4 (1/2-inch-thick) oval patties.
  3. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add patties to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until patties are browned and thoroughly heated.
  5. To prepare spread, combine avocado and next 5 ingredients (through salt), stirring well.
  6. Place 1 patty in each pita half.
  7. Spread about 2 tablespoons avocado spread over patty in each pita half; top with onions and greens.

Nutrition Facts

Calories249kcal
Protein18.26%
Fat29.01%
Carbs52.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
92.5
Glycemic Load
7.86
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.986086982748%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.11mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
5.64mg
Kaempferol
0.78mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
23.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:248.56kcal
12.43%
Fat:8.25g
12.69%
Saturated Fat:3.24g
20.25%
Carbohydrates:33.73g
11.24%
Net Carbohydrates:25.81g
9.39%
Sugar:6.39g
7.1%
Cholesterol:13.16mg
4.39%
Sodium:495.98mg
21.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.68g
23.36%
Fiber:7.92g
31.69%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.97%
Phosphorus:226.69mg
22.67%
Calcium:203.76mg
20.38%
Potassium:580.57mg
16.59%
Folate:62.58µg
15.64%
Magnesium:61.71mg
15.43%
Vitamin C:12.08mg
14.65%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.46%
Copper:0.26mg
12.88%
Vitamin K:13.51µg
12.86%
Iron:2.17mg
12.06%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.65%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.39%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.14%
Vitamin E:1.23mg
8.18%
Selenium:5.49µg
7.84%
Vitamin A:246.98IU
4.94%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.77%
Vitamin B3:0.71mg
3.54%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.38%
Source:My Recipes