Mediterranean falafel bowl with hummus (Printable)

Crispy falafel served over creamy hummus with fresh vegetables, tzatziki, and tahini sauce

# 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 preparing homemade falafel, cook as desired and set aside.
02 - Arrange a generous scoop of hummus and tzatziki on each bowl or plate as the foundation.
03 - Top with a bed of fresh salad greens, creating an even layer across the base.
04 - Distribute cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and shredded carrots evenly over the greens.
05 - Place 3 falafel balls per serving on top of the vegetables.
06 - Drizzle tahini sauce generously over the entire bowl.
07 - Garnish with fresh parsley, toasted sesame seeds, and a lemon wedge. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes, which means you can actually make it on a weeknight without losing your mind.
  • Every component can be prepped ahead, so you're essentially just assembling something delicious when hunger hits.
  • The flavor combinations feel sophisticated and layered, but the execution is straightforward enough that even tired cooking feels manageable.
02 -
  • Warm your falafel but don't rush it—if they're cold when they hit the bowl, they'll steal heat from the spreads and make the whole thing feel disconnected.
  • The order of assembly matters more than you'd think; greens on top of the spreads prevent them from getting soggy, and vegetables arranged visibly make you actually want to eat it.
03 -
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for exactly one minute before sprinkling them on—it releases their nutty oils and makes them taste like they belong there instead of like an afterthought.
  • If your falafel tends to be dry, try dipping each one briefly in the tzatziki before eating, or add an extra drizzle of tahini sauce when you assemble.
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