Enjoy this delightful Greek-inspired meal with the crispy falafel, creamy hummus, and fresh vegetables all wrapped up in warm pita bread. It’s a perfect balance of flavors and textures, sure to satisfy your Mediterranean cravings!
OVERVIEW
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories: Approximately 380 per serving
INGREDIENTS
- 16 store-bought or homemade falafel balls
- 1 cup store-bought or homemade hummus
- 4 pita bread, warmed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Salt and pepper, to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare Falafel: Cook the falafel according to package instructions if using store-bought, or fry homemade falafel until golden brown and crispy.
- Warm Pita Bread: Heat the pita bread in a toaster oven or on a dry skillet until warmed through.
- Arrange Pita and Hummus: Place the warmed pita bread on a serving plate or platter. Spoon a generous amount of hummus onto the center of the plate.
- Add Falafel: Arrange the crispy falafel balls around the hummus.
- Layer Vegetables: Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and Kalamata olives around the plate.
- Drizzle with Olive Oil: Drizzle the entire plate with a generous amount of olive oil.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and lemon wedges for squeezing over the dish.
- Serve: Serve the Greek Falafel Hummus Plate with warm pita bread on the side for dipping and scooping.