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Falafel
Falafel by Waitrose provides 243 kcal per 100 g, with 6.4 g of sugars and 5.9 g of protein. That is 123% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Refrigerated falafel category. Contains: gluten, sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 243 kcal | 233 +5% |
| Total fat | 12.8 g | 11.1 +16% |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 1.3 −24% |
| Carbohydrates | 21.5 g | 21.3 |
| Total sugars | 6.4 g | 2.9 +123% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0.1 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 9.2 g | 7.1 +30% |
| Protein | 5.9 g | 8.5 −31% |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 1.2 −29% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 101 Refrigerated falafel products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other refrigerated falafel
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Onion, chickpeas (21%), rapeseed oil, water, chopped dried apricots (5%) (apricots, rice flour, sulphites), fortified wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), ground yellow split peas, parsley, sultanas, lemon juice, garlic purée, cornflour (sulphites), cumin, ground split chickpeas, salt, ginger purée, ground coriander, chopped mint, chopped coriander, fennel, paprika, lemon zest, black pepper, yeast, wheat gluten, sugar (sulphites), cinnamon, star anise ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. May contain peanuts, nuts and sesame
- Allergens
- GlutenSulphur dioxide and sulphites
- May contain traces
- NutsPeanutsSesame seeds
Product details
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000169568545
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Falafel?
Falafel contains 243 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Falafel?
Falafel has 6.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Falafel healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Falafel vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Falafel contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites. It may also contain traces of nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 5, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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