Falafel Salad Bowl Recipe
This vibrant Falafel Salad combines crispy falafel, fresh greens, crunchy cucumber, juicy tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives and creamy hummus, all finished with a zesty lemon tahini dressing. It is a colourful, satisfying and delicious Salad Recipe perfect for lunch, dinner or meal prep.
Equipment
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Sharp Chef’s Knife
- 1 Chopping Board
- 1 Small Mixing Bowl
- 1 Whisk
- Serving bowls:
- 1 Air fryer, oven, or frying pan
Ingredients
For The Salad
- 4 cups chopped mixed greens
- 2 Persian cucumbers
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 6 falafel
- Hummus - to serve
For The Lemon Tahini Dressing
- ¼ cup tahini
- 1 garlic clove
- Juice of 1 fresh lemon
- ¼ teaspoon fresh dill
- ¼ teaspoon fresh parsley
- Fine sea salt - to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper - to taste
- Water - as needed
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup - optional
Instructions
🧆 Step 1: Prepare The Falafel
- If using prepared falafel, cook according to the package instructions until hot and crisp.
- For homemade falafel, shape the mixture into balls or patties before cooking.
- Air-fry, bake, or pan-fry the falafel until golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Allow the cooked falafel to rest for a few minutes before assembling the Falafel Salad.
🍋 Step 2: Make The Lemon Tahini Dressing
- Add the tahini, fresh lemon juice, garlic, dill, parsley, salt and black pepper to a small mixing bowl.
- Add the maple syrup if using.
- Whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add water, whisking continuously, until the dressing reaches a smooth, pourable consistency.
- Taste and adjust the lemon juice, salt, pepper or sweetness if needed.
🥬 Step 3: Prepare The Greens
- Place the chopped mixed greens in a large mixing bowl.
- Make sure the leaves have been thoroughly washed and dried.
- Add a small amount of the lemon tahini dressing.
- Gently toss until the leaves are lightly coated.
🥒 Step 4: Add The Fresh Vegetables
- Add the chopped cucumber and halved cherry or grape tomatoes.
- Sprinkle over the diced red onion and Kalamata olives.
- Add the fresh parsley.
- Gently fold the ingredients together without crushing the vegetables.
🧆 Step 5: Add The Falafel
- Divide the salad between individual serving bowls.
- Place one warm falafel portion on top of each serving.
- Arrange the falafel neatly rather than mixing them through the greens to help retain their crisp texture.
🥣 Step 6: Add The Hummus
- Add a generous spoonful of hummus to each bowl.
- Place it beside the falafel or spread it slightly across the salad.
- Keep the hummus thick enough to provide a creamy contrast to the crisp vegetables.
🍋 Step 7: Finish And Serve
- Drizzle the remaining lemon tahini dressing over the Falafel Salad.
- Sprinkle with a little extra fresh parsley if desired.
- Add another small pinch of freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve immediately while the falafel is warm and crisp.
Notes
- 🧆 Keep the Falafel Crispy: Add the falafel just before serving to maintain its delicious golden crunch.
- 🍋 Balance the Dressing: Taste the lemon tahini dressing and adjust the lemon juice, salt, or maple syrup to suit your preference.
- 🥗 Dress Lightly: Start with a small amount of dressing and add more as needed to prevent the greens from becoming soggy.
- 🌿 Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh parsley and dill add a bright, aromatic flavour that complements the falafel beautifully.
- 🧊 Meal Prep Smart: Store the greens, vegetables, falafel, hummus, and dressing separately and assemble just before eating.
- 🫒 Season Carefully: Kalamata olives and hummus can already be salty, so taste before adding extra salt.
- 🥣 Add Extra Hummus: Serve with additional hummus on the side for an even creamier and more satisfying Falafel Salad.
- 🌈 Make It Your Own: Add avocado, feta, roasted vegetables, or extra herbs to customise your Falafel Salad.