Low-Lift Crispy Falafel Mediterranean Bowls
Enjoy a head start with prepped ingredients
- Sesame
- Wheat
- Milk
In developing Low-Lift suppers, our chefs used their tool kit of culinary hacks and fresh, flavorful ingredients to craft easy-cook meals that will fast-track you to dinner in under 20 minutes. In this Mediterranean-inspired bowl, crispy, golden falafel meets cool, tangy tzatziki atop a salad featuring fresh spinach, juicy tomatoes and a bright sprinkle of sumac for a burst of flavor in every bite. Toasted pita wedges complete the wholesome, satisfying dish. Quick, delicious, and ready when you are!
Ingredients
10 unit
Falafel
(Contains: Sesame)
4 ounce
Heirloom Grape Tomatoes
2 unit
Pitas
(Contains: Sesame, Wheat)
2.5 ounce
Spinach
1 unit
Lemon
1 unit
Mini Cucumber
1 teaspoon
Sumac
1 piece
Mediterranean Crunch Salad Kit
(Contains: Milk, Wheat)
2 ounce
Dairy-Free Tzatziki Sauce
Not included in your delivery
teaspoon (tsp)
Salt
1 tablespoon (tbsp)
Olive Oil
teaspoon (tsp)
Black Pepper
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
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Heat a large drizzle of olive oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add falafel and cook until golden brown and crispy, 2-3 minutes per side.
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Meanwhile, wash and dry produce.
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Trim and halve cucumber lengthwise; slice crosswise into ½-inch-thick half-moons. Quarter lemon. Toast pitas.
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Empty contents of salad kit into a large bowl.
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Add spinach, cucumber, tomatoes, a drizzle of olive oil, and juice from half the lemon. Drizzle with as much dressing as you like; toss to evenly coat.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Divide Mediterranean salad between bowls. Top with falafel and tzatziki. Sprinkle salad with sumac. Tear toasted pita into wedges and serve on the side along with remaining lemon wedges.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Sep 2026- Flavor: The falafel divided reviewers sharply — some found it dry, bland, or grainy; others loved the earthy flavor and crispy texture when cooked well.
- Ease of prep: Cooking the falafel in an air fryer with a spritz of oil is a great hands-off alternative that keeps the kitchen cool 🌿.
- Suggestions: Try the air fryer for crispier falafel; reduce heating time on the second night to avoid dryness. Some felt a Greek vinaigrette would suit the dish better than the sweet balsamic dressing from the salad kit.
- Portions: Several reviewers felt the falafel-to-salad ratio was off — there was far more salad than falafel, and a few wanted one or two extra falafel pieces.
- Tzatziki: Many wished for more tzatziki sauce; consider adding an extra dollop to balance the earthy falafel.
