Falafel - healthy food or insidious poison?

Question

I already know that it's delectably tasty.

What's the nutrition angle?

Answer 1

They're not that bad for you - fat is not necessarily bad!

They are a fantastic source of fibre, and most of us don't get enough. They have iron, folate and magnesium, as well as a little bit of protein. They taste fantastic.

Just like anything, falafels are great as long as you don't binge on them. Certainly better for you than chips or cookies.

:)

Answer 2

Nutrition facts
Serving Size 1 serving
Calories 263
Calories from Fat 34 (13%)
% Daily Value*
6%Total Fat 4g
5%Saturated Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
18%Cholesterol 54mg
22%Sodium 516mg
13%Potassium 449mg
16%Total Carbohydrate 49g
22%Dietary Fiber 5.5g
Sugars 10g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
19%Protein 10g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Nutrition facts are calculated by a food expert using nutritional values provided by the USDA for common products used as recipe ingredients. Actual nutritional values may differ depending on the amounts or products used and can be affected by cooking methods.

Answer 3

A good source of protein and iron but they can be high in fat because they are deep fried.

I've also had versions that included spinach. They tasted better than I had expected.

Answer 4

Its chickpeas and fava beans and spices.
So, it is good for you.
Beans have fiber protein carbs etc....
But it is fried. So it probably isnt super good for you. But its ok.

Answer 5

Good with tubbulah in a pita- but they give me heartburn.

Answer 6

It has a bit of protein..
Good for vegetarians..
Tastes better than tofu..
Low in fat..
Low in calories..