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Healthy Arabic Mezze

Healthy Arabic Mezze

Public
Arabic • Appetizer • Vegan

A healthy, approachable spread of baked falafel, classic hummus, and simple gluten-free oat flatbreads. Perfect for entertaining, this mezze avoids deep-frying and offers a lighter, nourishing take on traditional Arabic flavors.

4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 can chickpeas(drained and rinsed)
  • 1/4 cup tahini(well stirred)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic cloves(peeled (1 for hummus, 2 for falafel))
  • 1 can chickpeas(drained, rinsed, and patted completely dry)
  • 1 cup fresh parsley(packed)
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro(packed)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 2 cups gluten-free oat flour((200g))
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

~43 min
  1. 1

    To make the hummus, combine the chickpeas (for hummus), tahini, fresh lemon juice, and 1 of the garlic cloves in a food processor. Blend for 2-3 minutes until completely smooth.

    2-3 minutes

  2. 2

    Clean the food processor, then add the chickpeas (for falafel), fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, and the remaining 2 garlic cloves. Pulse until it resembles a coarse meal, being careful not to over-blend.

  3. 3

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Scoop the falafel mixture into small balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and firm.

    25-30 minutes

  4. 4

    While the falafel bakes, prepare the flatbread dough. In a bowl, mix the gluten-free oat flour, warm water, and olive oil until a dough forms. Let it rest for 10 minutes.

    10 minutes

  5. 5

    Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces and roll them out thinly. Cook each flatbread in a dry, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly blistered.

    2-3 minutes