Mediterranean Falafel Bowl (Printer Friendly)

Crispy falafel served over hummus, tzatziki, fresh greens, and tahini for a satisfying Mediterranean meal.

# What You Need:

→ Falafel

01 - 12 store-bought or homemade falafel balls

→ Spreads & Sauces

02 - 1 cup hummus
03 - 1 cup tzatziki
04 - 1/4 cup tahini sauce

→ Fresh Greens & Vegetables

05 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or romaine)
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
08 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
09 - 1/4 cup shredded carrots

→ Garnishes

10 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
12 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Directions:

01 - If using store-bought falafel, warm according to package instructions. If preparing homemade, cook as desired and set aside.
02 - Arrange a generous scoop of hummus and tzatziki on each serving bowl or plate.
03 - Top with a bed of fresh salad greens, then arrange cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and shredded carrots over the greens.
04 - Place 3 falafel balls per serving on top of the vegetables.
05 - Drizzle tahini sauce generously over the entire bowl.
06 - Garnish with fresh parsley, toasted sesame seeds, and a lemon wedge.
07 - Serve immediately while falafel is warm.

# Pro Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 30 minutes flat, perfect for when you want restaurant-quality without the reservation.
  • Every bite tastes different because you get to control how much of each element you pick up.
  • Naturally vegetarian and easily adaptable if dairy or gluten are concerns at your table.
02 -
  • If your falafel sits too long in the bowl, it softens from the moisture of the hummus and sauce—don't assemble more than 5 minutes before serving.
  • The tahini sauce is what unites all the flavors; don't be shy with it, and warm it slightly if it's too thick to drizzle.
03 -
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes right before serving—this small step doubles their flavor impact.
  • A squeeze of fresh lemon over everything just before eating transforms the entire bowl, so don't skip this final step.
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