Mediterranean Falafel Bowl (Printable)

Crispy falafel with hummus, tzatziki, fresh vegetables, 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 - 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.
07 - Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Every bite has texture because the crispy falafel refuses to get soggy thanks to the protective layer of hummus underneath.
  • It's fully customizable, which means no two bowls have to be the same even when you're making them for friends.
  • The tahini sauce tastes restaurant-quality but comes together in literally the time it takes to set the table.
02 -
  • Don't toss the whole bowl together before serving—the appeal is that each spoonful feels like a fresh combination, and mixing everything at once makes it feel more like salad and less like the special thing it actually is.
  • If you're preparing these bowls ahead for a crowd, assemble the greens and vegetables in advance but wait to add falafel, sauce, and garnishes until right before serving, or they'll start to wilt and soften.
03 -
  • Toast your own sesame seeds in a dry pan for about two minutes—the flavor difference between fresh-toasted and store-bought is noticeable and makes the whole bowl taste more intentional.
  • Keep your hummus and tzatziki at room temperature for twenty minutes before serving so they spread easily and taste richer than when they're cold.
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