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  "description": "Savor the taste of the Mediterranean with our Air Fryer Falafel with Tzatziki Sauce, a delightful dish that's bursting with flavor and texture. These crispy falafel balls, made from ground chickpeas and aromatic spices, are air-fried to perfection, resulting in a golden exterior and a tender, fluffy interior. Paired with a creamy and tangy tzatziki",
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  "datePublished": "2024-03-28T13:31:35.000Z",
  "dateModified": "2024-12-27T21:02:21.000Z",
  "prepTime": "PT15M",
  "cookTime": "PT15M",
  "totalTime": "PT30M",
  "recipeYield": "4",
  "recipeCategory": "30 Minutes or Less",
  "recipeCuisine": "Middle Eastern",
  "keywords": "falafel, tsatsiki",
  "recipeIngredient": [
    "1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed",
    "1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley",
    "2 cloves garlic, minced",
    "1 teaspoon ground cumin",
    "1 teaspoon ground coriander",
    "1/2 teaspoon salt",
    "1/4 teaspoon black pepper",
    "2 tablespoons all-purpose flour",
    "1 tablespoon lemon juice",
    "1 tablespoon olive oil",
    "1 cup Greek yogurt",
    "1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess moisture",
    "2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill",
    "1 clove garlic, minced",
    "1 tablespoon lemon juice",
    "Salt and pepper, to taste"
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      "text": "In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, parsley, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, flour, and lemon juice. Pulse until the mixture is coarsely ground and holds together when pressed."
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    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "text": "Transfer the falafel mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "text": "Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C)."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "text": "Form the falafel mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, using your hands."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "text": "Brush the falafel balls with olive oil to lightly coat."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "text": "Place the falafel balls in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not touching."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "text": "Air fry the falafel balls for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside, flipping halfway through the cooking time for even browning."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "text": "While the falafel is cooking, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, chopped dill, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "text": "Serve the Air Fryer Falafel hot with a dollop of tzatziki sauce on top, and enjoy!"
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    "servingSize": "1 serving",
    "calories": "190 calories",
    "fatContent": "7g",
    "saturatedFatContent": "1.5g",
    "transFatContent": "0g",
    "cholesterolContent": "5mg",
    "sodiumContent": "480mg",
    "carbohydrateContent": "23g",
    "fiberContent": "5g",
    "sugarContent": "5g",
    "proteinContent": "12g"
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