If you’re looking to introduce delicious Middle Eastern flavours to your toddler’s diet, try this easy and healthy Jordanian Hummus Falafel recipe! Made with chickpeas, herbs, spices, and plenty of healthy fats, this recipe is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Perfect for toddlers in Australia, this nutritious recipe is sure to become a staple in your mealtime rotation!

General Information

• Servings: 8-10
• Keywords: hummus, falafel, chickpeas, jordanian
• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 43 g
• Fats: 14 g
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cans of unsalted chickpeas, drained and rinsed (400g)
• 1/2 cup of fresh coriander, roughly chopped (20g)
• 1/2 cup of fresh parsley, roughly chopped (20g)
• 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice (60ml)
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced (4g)
• 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil (14ml)
• 2 tablespoons of tahini (30ml)
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin (4g)
• 2 tablespoons of baking powder (24g)
• 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter (14g)

Directions

1. In a food processor, process chickpeas until it is a coarse paste.
2. Add in the fresh coriander and parsley and give the mixture a few pulses until it is mixed through evenly.

3. Add the lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, tahini, cumin, and baking powder and blend until it becomes a stiff paste.

4. “Be careful as to not have your seven-year-old help with this step!”

5. In a hot, non-stick pan, melt the butter and place a portion of the hummus falafel mixture, pressing it down with the back of a spoon to form into circular patties.

6. “Be careful to remind your 3-year-old to not grab the pan!”

7. Cook for 3-4 minutes each side, or until golden brown.

Recommended Sides

This dish is best served with a side of pita bread, cucumber, tomato, lettuce, and a dollop of plain yoghurt.

“It’s always nice to add a little something extra. How about adding a sprinkle of paprika to the bread and a drizzle of olive oil for something special?”