Trader Joes Falafel Review Plus 6 Great Ways To Serve Them

Many years ago, I cooked a meal that was so bad that my family shudders at the mere mention of it – falafel. What should be crispy and light turned out both mushy and hard simultaneously. It was inedible.

If I had only known then about Trader Joes Falafel, I would have saved a ton of time and energy. This frozen meal is perfect for lunch or dinner and is easy to prepare.

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Trader Joes Falafel Ingredients

Trader Joes Falafel contains soaked garbanzo beans, water, onion, lemon juice, parsley, cilantro, garlic salt, spices (coriander, cumin, cayenne pepper), rice flour, soybean oil, cornstarch, sodium bicarbonate.

For anyone with concerns, the falafel contains soy.

Are Trader Joes Falafel Vegan?

Most falafel is vegan, although some recipes use egg as a binder. Trader Joes Falafel is vegan. It’s gluten-free, too.

Trader Joes Falafel Nutrition

Trader Joes falafel provides a significant source of iron and potassium. Three pieces provide 5 grams of fiber.

Here is the complete nutritional information.

How To Cook Trader Joes Falafel

These little chickpea balls are fully cooked, so they couldn’t be easier to prepare. Cook for 2.5 minutes in a microwave. They will be hot, so it’s important to let them stand before eating. They will be slightly firm.

If you want a stronger outside, the conventional oven is a great option. Here’s how to cook trader joes falafel in the oven (or toaster oven). Preheat to 375 degrees. Place the desired amount on a baking sheet covered lightly with oil (avocado oil spray would be great here). Bake for 10 minutes, then flip and cook for 8 minutes more.

The air fryer is also an excellent way to cook Trader Joes falafel. Remember, these are fully cooked, so they only need a few minutes. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees and cook for 5 minutes. Flip and cook for 3 minutes more.

What to Eat With Trader Joes Falafel

Since Trader Joe’s Falafel cooks in minutes and is filling, it’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Here are some ways to serve them.

Make it a platter.

Restaurants often serve falafel this way. Combine rice, veggies, and falafel on your plate. Top with a tahini dressing or serve with tzatziki. This recipe from Cookie and Kate is flavorful and simple. You may have more sauce than you need, but you can use it as a dip for your favorite vegetables another time.

Place them inside a pita.

Take these tasty treats with you by placing them inside a pita. Add some lettuce for added crunch, and top with tzatziki or tahini sauce for a great sandwich alternative.

Make a lettuce wrap.

Trying to eat a little lighter? Place the falafel in a large piece of lettuce and top with your favorite sauce. Look for a stiffer green variety like Boston, romaine, green leaf, or butter crunch will all hold the falafel well.

Give it the meatball treatment.

Top a big plate of pasta with falafel for added protein. This recipe from Bites of Wellness would be great with some Trader Joes Falafel. If your family doesn’t love gluten-free or chickpea pasta, regular is fine.

Keep it simple.

The beauty of these little protein balls is that they are easy to prepare and delicious. There’s no need to complicate things. Heat the trader joes falafel and serve with a simple side salad for an easy meal. This salad from Savory would be a great compliment.

The meal before the meal.

Serve trader joes falafel as an appetizer. Stick a toothpick inside and make or buy tzatziki as a dipping sauce.