What are falafel balls made from?

Falafel balls are typically made from ground chickpeas, spices, and herbs.

Are falafel balls healthy?

They are a good source of protein and fiber, but frying increases the calorie content.

Each 100 grams of falafel balls contains approximately 320 calories.

Legumes

Crispy balls made from ground chickpeas and herbs, perfect for dipping or on top of salads.

Per 100 g

320 kcal

4 pieces

320 kcal

(100 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
13 g / 100g	30 g / 100g	16 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 16% · Carbs 38% · Fat 46%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

4 pieces (100 g, 320 kcal) is 16% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 4 pieces takes about 78 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Falafel Balls is number 6 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 156 kcal per 100 g.

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

6/10

High in calories due to frying, best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

What are falafel balls made from?: Falafel balls are typically made from ground chickpeas, spices, and herbs.
Are falafel balls healthy?: They are a good source of protein and fiber, but frying increases the calorie content.
How many calories are in falafel balls?: Each 100 grams of falafel balls contains approximately 320 calories.

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