Mediterranean Falafel Board
Description
Packed with crispy falafel, creamy hummus, tangy tzatziki, and a variety of colorful veggies and pita, this platter is perfect for entertaining, meal prep, or a fun weeknight dinner with friends and/or family. I brought this board to a birthday party celebration, and it was perfect for everyone. Guests mixed and matched falafel, dips, veggies, and toppings to create their own wraps, bowls, or bites. Falafel is naturally vegetarian and can be made gluten-free or vegan. With a variety of dips and toppings, there’s something for everyone, from plant-based eaters to those
who enjoy a bit of feta cheese. Falafel is protein-packed, and the fresh veggies and dips add fiber, vitamins, and healthy fats.
This board was also easy to prepare ahead. I made the falafel, hummus, and tzatziki ahead of time and put together right before it was time to go to the party. I also mixed
some feta cheese, kalamata olives, green olives, more sesame oil, and herbs together to make a delicious medley as well. Another plus if celebrating, it pairs well with a
variety of drinks, from fresh mint lemonade to a crisp white wine.
Ingredients
Falafel Ingredients
Hummus Ingredients
Tzatziki Sauce Ingredients
Board Add-Ons
Instructions
Falafel Instructions
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In a food processor or blender, combine drained chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, spices, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Pulse until finely ground but not mushy.
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Add flour, lemon juice, balsamic and sesame oil. Pulse a few more times until combined. Transfer mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to help firm up. Add more oil if needed.
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Preheat oven to 400°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop and shape the mixture into small balls (1.5 inches each) and flatten slightly.
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Brush each falafel with sesame oil for crispiness. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy.
Tzatziki Sauce Instructions
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Grate the cucumber, then squeeze out excess moisture using a paper towel.
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In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, sesame oil, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Stir in the grated cucumber and mix until well combined.
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Chill for at least 15 minutes before serving and putting onto the board.
Hummus Instructions
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In a food processor or blender, blend chickpeas, tahini, sesame oil, balsamic, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt until smooth.
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Add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, blending until creamy.
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Transfer to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika and or red pepper flakes.
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Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 399kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 17.7g28%
- Saturated Fat 2.83g15%
- Cholesterol 4mg2%
- Sodium 410mg18%
- Potassium 590mg17%
- Total Carbohydrate 47.66g16%
- Dietary Fiber 9.7g39%
- Sugars 9.14g
- Protein 15.87g32%
- Vitamin A 630 IU
- Vitamin C 13.6 mg
- Calcium 147 mg
- Iron 4.1 mg
- Vitamin D 1 IU
- Vitamin E 0.83 IU
- Vitamin K 75 mcg
- Thiamin 0.39 mg
- Riboflavin 0.23 mg
- Niacin 1.55 mg
- Vitamin B6 0.41 mg
- Folate 318 mcg
- Vitamin B12 0.11 mcg
- Pantothenic Acid 1.1 mg
- Phosphorus 259 mg
- Magnesium 70 mg
- Zinc 2.33 mg
- Selenium 5.7 mcg
- Copper 0.58 mg
- Manganese 11.17 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Hi! I'm Chelsea,
I'm a food lover, health enthusiast, author, Pilates teacher and studio owner. I love to teach and manifest a deep love for Pilates and health and enjoy nothing more than helping others make their bodies become healthy and strong. My goal is to create simple, nutritious recipes that are easy to throw together using all the good stuff, but without sacrificing taste or the pleasure of eating, because life is all about finding balance, and nothing beats the satisfaction of eating something that tastes good which just also happens to be good for you!
Enjoy!
