Falafel Bowl

Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with this wholesome Falafel Bowl recipe, a perfect blend of crispy homemade falafel, fluffy quinoa, and fresh, crunchy vegetables. Made from scratch with dried chickpeas, fresh parsley, and cilantro, the falafel packs a punch of authentic spices like cumin and coriander. Paired with a medley of mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a drizzle of creamy tahini dressing, this dish is a healthy, protein-packed meal that satisfies every craving. Whether you're meal-prepping for the week or seeking a nutritious, gluten-free dinner (substituting flour), this Falafel Bowl is as nourishing as it is flavorful. Ready in under an hour, it's the ultimate combination of texture, taste, and health-conscious indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried chickpeas
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 cup Fresh parsley
• 1 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 small Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 cups Cooked quinoa
• 4 cups Mixed greens
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 0.25 cup Tahini
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt for dressing
• 0.125 teaspoon Pepper for dressing

Directions

Step 1

Start by soaking the chickpeas in cold water overnight, with at least 1 inch of water covering them.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas, then add them to a food processor with baking soda.

Step 3

Add parsley, cilantro, onion, and garlic to the processor. Pulse the mixture until fine but not paste-like.

Step 4

Add cumin, ground coriander, salt, black pepper, baking powder, and flour to the mixture. Process until combined. Transfer the mix to a bowl.

Step 5

Form the falafel mixture into small balls or patties using a scoop or your hands; aim for about the size of a ping-pong ball.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the falafel in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown.

Step 7

As the falafel cooks, prepare the tahini dressing. Combine tahini, lemon juice, water, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Whisk until smooth.

Step 8

Assemble the bowl by adding 1/2 cup cooked quinoa and 1 cup mixed greens to each serving dish.

Step 9

Cut the cucumber into half moons and halve the cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the red onion.

Step 10

Top each bowl with falafel, along with the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.

Step 11

Drizzle the tahini dressing over each bowl. Serve immediately for a fresh and delightful meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1669.6 grams (1669.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3636

Total Fat 267.70g	343%
Saturated Fat 38.20g	191%
Polyunsaturated Fat 134.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4034mg	175%
Total Carbohydrate 264.70g	96%
Dietary Fiber 61.70g	220%
Total Sugars 42.20g
Protein 78.90g	158%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 5193mg	399%
Iron 21456mg	119199%
Potassium 4630mg	99%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.7%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 28.0%