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A Reader Recipe: Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Vegan Falafel Burgers

It's still grilling season!

It's still grilling season! FitSugar reader thefitnessgourmet shared this recipe for gluten-free vegan falafel burgers in our Healthy Recipe group. Fire up the barbecue!

Making veggie burgers is really not as hard as it seems! This vegan, gluten-free, soy-free recipe is made of healthy ingredients, but I can assure you that these veggie burgers do not taste healthy at all. Win-win situation!

Read on for the recipe.

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Fast & Easy Dinner: Crispy Falafel With Yogurt Dip

When it comes to meatless Middle Eastern takeout, falafel is a natural favorite.

When it comes to meatless Middle Eastern takeout, falafel is a natural favorite. But did you know that chickpea fritters are just as easy — and probably healthier – to make in the comfort of your own home?

Begin by processing garbanzo beans with aromatics, herbs, and spices until smooth; then form them into balls, coat with batter, and pan-fry until coating is golden brown and you detect the toasted aroma of cumin.

Drain patties on paper towels, then serve with yogurt dip on top of pita, mixed greens, or just about anything else. Give falafel a home-cooked try when you read more.

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Fast & Easy Dinner: Falafel Patty Melt

After a long weekend of grilling and chilling, get back to your routine tonight with a meal that is quick, healthy, and meat-free.

After a long weekend of grilling and chilling, get back to your routine tonight with a meal that is quick, healthy, and meat-free. This recipe combines garbanzo beans with shredded carrots and peas to make a figure-friendly veggie patty. The patties are served in pita bread with cheese, lettuce, and tomato. For extra flavor consider slathering the pita in your favorite hummus. Learn how to make this dish now.

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Fast & Easy Dinner: Beef and Bulgur Falafel

Traditionally, a falafel is a fried ball or patty made from ground chickpeas or fava beans that's served in a pita with an assortment of toppings.

Traditionally, a falafel is a fried ball or patty made from ground chickpeas or fava beans that's served in a pita with an assortment of toppings. This recipe isn't exactly a falafel, it's more like a healthy burger inspired by the Middle Eastern specialty.

The slider-sized patties are a mixture of ground beef, bulgur wheat, and spices. The recipe calls for a quick yogurt sauce, yellow peppers, and cabbage to top off the pitas, but feel free to get creative. Feta cheese and tomatoes would be delicious. Get the uncomplicated and satisfying recipe when you read more