Description
A satisfying falafel bowl with creamy hummus and tahini dressing, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried chickpeas (or 1 can of chickpeas)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Oil for frying
- Mixed fresh vegetables (e.g., lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, bell peppers)
- 1 cup hummus
- 1/2 cup tahini
- Lemon juice
- Water to thin the tahini sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Chickpeas: Drain and rinse soaked dried chickpeas or canned chickpeas.
- Blend the Ingredients: In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper; pulse until a coarse mixture forms.
- Shape and Cook the Falafel: Shape mixture into small balls or patties and fry them in hot oil until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Make the Tahini Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and enough water for desired consistency; adjust seasoning with salt or lemon.
- Assemble Your Bowl: Layer mixed vegetables, crispy falafel, hummus, and drizzle with tahini dressing.
Notes
For a healthier option, bake falafel at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: falafel, vegan, Middle Eastern, bowl recipe, hummus, tahini, chickpeas