Mediterranean Falafel Hummus Bowl (Printable)

Crispy falafel atop hummus with fresh greens, tzatziki, and tahini drizzle

# What you'll need:

→ Falafel

01 - 12 store-bought or homemade falafel balls

→ Spreads & Sauces

02 - 1 cup hummus
03 - 1 cup tzatziki
04 - ¼ cup tahini sauce

→ Fresh Greens & Vegetables

05 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or romaine)
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - ½ cup cucumber, sliced
08 - ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
09 - ¼ cup shredded carrots

→ Garnishes

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

# Method:

01 - Warm store-bought falafel according to package instructions, or prepare homemade falafel and cook as desired, then set aside.
02 - Arrange a generous scoop of hummus and tzatziki on each serving bowl or plate.
03 - Top with a bed of fresh mixed salad greens, then arrange cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, and shredded carrots over the greens.
04 - Place 3 falafel balls per serving on top of the vegetable mixture.
05 - Drizzle tahini sauce evenly over the entire bowl.
06 - Top with fresh chopped parsley, toasted sesame seeds, and a lemon wedge.
07 - Serve immediately while components are at optimal temperature and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks like restaurant food but comes together faster than ordering delivery.
  • Every bite has crunch, creaminess, and tang all at once, so you never get bored.
  • You can prep the vegetables ahead and assemble bowls in under five minutes when hunger hits.
  • Its filling enough to satisfy without leaving you sluggish afterward.
02 -
  • Do not skip the lemon wedge, squeezing it over the bowl right before eating transforms the whole dish from good to unforgettable.
  • If your tahini sauce is too thick, whisk in water one teaspoon at a time until it drizzles easily, I learned this after ruining a bowl with gloopy paste.
  • Assemble the bowls just before serving so the greens stay crisp and the falafel stay warm, soggy lettuce is a tragedy here.
03 -
  • Toast your sesame seeds until they smell nutty and start to pop, it only takes two minutes but the difference is enormous.
  • Use a wide, shallow bowl instead of a deep one so every forkful gets a little bit of everything.
  • If your hummus feels stiff, stir in a tablespoon of olive oil or lemon juice to loosen it up before spreading.
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