Mediterranean Falafel Bowl (Printable Version)

Crispy falafel with hummus, tzatziki, and fresh vegetables in a vibrant Mediterranean bowl.

# 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

# 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 Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes, even if you're using store-bought falafel, which means dinner doesn't feel like a production.
  • Every component can be customized based on what's in your fridge or what your mood demands that day.
  • It tastes indulgent and restaurant-quality while being entirely vegetarian and honest food.
02 -
  • Temperature contrast is everything—if your falafel cools down before the bowl reaches the table, reheat them at the last second because that warm-against-cool element is what makes this feel special.
  • Don't assemble these more than 10 minutes before eating, or the greens will start to wilt from the moisture of the hummus and tzatziki.
  • Tahini sauce separates if it sits too long, so give it a quick stir before drizzling if you made it ahead.
03 -
  • Make your own tahini sauce by whisking tahini with lemon juice, garlic, and a touch of water until it's pourable—it tastes infinitely better than anything bottled.
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for two minutes until they smell nutty and golden; this one small step elevates the entire bowl from good to genuinely memorable.
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