Enjoy a wholesome and delicious meal with this Loaded Mediterranean Falafel Bowl, packed with flavor and nutrition.
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Meal
Method:Frying
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup dried chickpeas
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup chopped parsley
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Olive oil for frying
1 cup cooked quinoa
1 cup diced cucumber
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup olives, sliced
Instructions
Soak the chickpeas in water overnight, then drain and rinse.
In a food processor, combine soaked chickpeas, baking soda, parsley, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Process until a coarse mixture forms.
Form the mixture into small balls or patties.
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the falafel until golden brown on both sides.
Serve the falafel over a bed of quinoa, topped with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and olives.
Drizzle with tahini and lemon juice before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, ensure to serve with gluten-free grains.