Jul 14 2026
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Roasted Squash Falafel Recipe

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Time2h
Serves4

butternut squash falafel with pickled red onion, cabbage and vegan feta sauce on garlic flatbread

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Ingredients

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Falafel Ingredients

Pickled Red Onion Ingredients

Cabbage Ingredients

Vegan Feta Sauce Ingredients

Garlic Flatbread Ingredients

Method

Preparing the Falafel

  1. 1

    Roast the Butternut Squash

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the butternut squash in half, scoop out the seeds, and place it cut-side down on a baking sheet. Roast for about 30-35 minutes until soft. Let it cool slightly, then scoop the flesh into a bowl.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a food processor, add the roasted butternut squash, chickpeas, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until combined but still slightly chunky.

  3. 3

    Form the Falafel

    Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add flour. Mix until combined. Use your hands to form small balls or patties.

  4. 4

    Cook the Falafel

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the falafel in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Pickling the Red Onion

  1. 5

    Prepare the Pickling Mixture

    In a small saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

  2. 6

    Pickle the Onion

    Place the sliced red onion in a jar and pour the hot pickling mixture over it. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Preparing the Cabbage

  1. 7

    Mix the Cabbage

    In a bowl, combine shredded cabbage, lemon juice, and salt. Toss well and let sit for about 10 minutes to soften.

Making the Vegan Feta Sauce

  1. 8

    Blend the Sauce

    In a blender or food processor, combine tofu, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, olive oil, garlic powder, and salt. Blend until creamy and smooth.

Preparing the Garlic Flatbread

  1. 9

    Make the Dough

    In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, and salt. Slowly add warm water and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms.

  2. 10

    Knead and Rest

    Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.

  3. 11

    Cook the Flatbread

    Divide the dough into smaller balls. Roll each ball out into a flat circle. In a skillet, cook each flatbread on medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Brush with minced garlic.

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