Mediterranean Falafel Bowl (Print Version)

Crispy falafel with hummus, fresh vegetables, and tahini in a vibrant bowl

# 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:

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 Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something nourishing without the stress.
  • Every bite delivers a different texture—creamy, crunchy, tangy—which makes eating it genuinely exciting rather than routine.
02 -
  • Cold tzatziki meeting warm falafel is the magic—if everything's the same temperature, you lose that textural contrast that makes the bowl sing.
  • Pre-slice everything before you start building, because assembling four bowls quickly means your first one isn't sitting naked on the counter getting sad while you chop.
03 -
  • If your falafel are still a bit cool in the center, broil them for 2 minutes instead of baking—you'll get a crispier exterior without drying them out.
  • Make your own tahini sauce by whisking tahini with lemon juice, garlic, and water until it reaches drizzling consistency; store-bought is fine, but homemade feels like a small act of care.
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