Spinach Falafels

Preparation: 10 minutes (plus overnight soaking)
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Makes between 15-20 Falafels (depending on size)
Ingredients:
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200 g dried chickpeas
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1 l filtered water
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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Bunch of fresh spinach, chopped
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1 onion, chopped
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3-4 cloves garlic, chopped
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2 tablespoons chia seeds
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1 teaspoon sea salt
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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4 tablespoons organic unrefined coconut oil
Method:
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Soak chickpeas in the water and vinegar overnight at room temperature.
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Drain chickpeas and rinse well.
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Place in food processor and pulse until fine.
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Add the spinach, onion, garlic, chia seeds, salt and baking powder and pulse until well combined.
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Form small patties with your hands.
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Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil and fry half the patties until golden - about 2-3 minutes each side.
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Drain on paper towels
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Repeat with the second half.
Nutrition (per 3 Falafels):
Calories 323 ; Fat 17 g; Sat. Fat 8 g; Carbs 35 g; Fiber 11 g; Protein 16 g