Mediterranean Falafel Bowl (Printer-friendly)

Crispy falafel served over hummus with fresh vegetables and tahini sauce.

# What You'll 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

# How to Make It:

01 - If using store-bought falafel, warm according to package instructions. If homemade, cook as desired and set aside.
02 - Arrange a generous scoop of hummus and tzatziki on each 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 over the bowl.
06 - Garnish with fresh parsley, toasted sesame seeds, and a lemon wedge. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in under thirty minutes, making weeknight dinners feel less like a chore and more like a treat.
  • Every bite delivers a different texture—crispy, creamy, fresh, tangy—so your palate never gets bored.
  • It's infinitely customizable, so you can raid your fridge and make it entirely your own.
02 -
  • The order of assembly matters far more than you'd think—spreads on bottom prevent sogginess, and warm falafel on top keeps them crispy rather than steaming the entire bowl.
  • Taste your components before assembling; if your hummus or tzatziki seems bland, season them lightly with salt, pepper, or a squeeze of lemon so the final dish sings.
03 -
  • Toast your sesame seeds yourself in a dry pan for about two minutes—the difference in flavor between toasted and raw is the kind of detail that separates good from genuinely memorable.
  • If your store-bought falafel tastes a bit flat, dust them lightly with sumac or za'atar after warming; a pinch of spice makes them feel intentional and elevated.
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