Mediterranean Falafel Bowls
A fast and fresh Mediterranean Falafel Bowl made with crispy falafel, tomatoes, cucumber, feta, pita, hummus, and lemon. A simple, vibrant meal perfect for busy days and quick dinners.
2 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 frozen falafel burgers any preferred brand
- 1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cucumber quartered lengthwise and sliced
- 3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
- 1 pita toasted and cut into triangles
- 1/4 cup hummus
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- Optional: Paprika; torn fresh mint, cilantro, or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Falafel
- Prepare the frozen falafel burgers according to the package instructions. When using a stovetop method, cook each side for approximately four minutes or until crisp and heated through.
Prepare the Vegetables
- While the falafel cooks, slice the tomatoes in half. Quarter the cucumber lengthwise and slice it crosswise into small pieces.
Toast the Pita
- Warm the pita in a toaster or skillet until lightly crisp. Cut into triangles for serving.
Assemble the Bowl
- Arrange the tomatoes, cucumber, pita triangles, and crumbled falafel in a serving bowl. Add the feta cheese and a spoonful of hummus.
Finish and Serve
- Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with paprika. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
To make this recipe fully gluten-free:
- Select gluten-free falafel or verify the frozen brand uses no wheat or gluten-containing binders.
- Replace the pita with gluten-free pita, gluten-free flatbread, or omit it entirely.
- Confirm that the hummus used is certified gluten-free (most varieties are naturally gluten-free, but some may be processed in facilities with cross-contamination).