Description
A vibrant and wholesome Mediterranean Bowl combining fresh mixed greens, juicy tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, crispy falafels, warm pita, tangy feta, and rich tahini sauce for a satisfying and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Base
- 1 cup mixed leaves
- 1 tomato, cut into wedges
- ⅓ cucumber, diced
Main Components
- 4 falafels
- ½ pita bread, warmed
- ¼ cup feta cheese, diced or crumbled
- 6 olives
Condiments and Garnishes
- 3 tablespoons hummus
- 1 tablespoon pickled red onions
- 2 lemon wedges
- 1 pinch parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons tahini sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the salad base: Rinse and dry the mixed leaves thoroughly. Wash the tomato and cucumber, then cut the tomato into wedges and dice the cucumber into small pieces.
- Warm the falafels and pita: Heat the falafels according to the package or homemade recipe instructions, typically in a skillet or oven until crispy and heated through. Warm the pita bread by placing it in a dry skillet over medium heat or briefly in the oven until soft and warm.
- Assemble the bowl: In a serving bowl, layer the mixed leaves as the base. Arrange the tomato wedges and diced cucumber over the greens.
- Add falafels and pita: Place the warm falafels on top of the salad, then tear or cut the warmed pita and add it alongside the bowl’s contents.
- Include cheese and olives: Sprinkle the diced or crumbled feta cheese evenly over the salad. Add the olives throughout the bowl for bursts of flavor.
- Top with condiments: Spoon the hummus and tahini sauce over or around the bowl as preferred. Add the pickled red onions on top to add a tangy contrast.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley on top for freshness and garnish with lemon wedges to squeeze over just before eating. Serve immediately to enjoy the varied textures and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh and ripe vegetables for the best flavor.
- Falafels can be baked or fried depending on preference and time available.
- The tahini sauce can be thinned with a little water or lemon juice if too thick.
- This bowl can be made vegetarian and gluten-free if using gluten-free pita and falafel.
- Adjust the amount of hummus and tahini to suit your taste and dietary needs.
Keywords: Mediterranean bowl, falafel bowl, healthy bowl, vegetarian bowl, tahini sauce, hummus, pita bread, Greek salad