Falafel Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe
This Falafel Cottage Cheese Bowl is a vibrant, nutritious, and delicious meal that combines protein-rich cottage cheese with crispy falafel balls and fresh vegetables. It’s an easy, no-cook assembly perfect for a quick and healthy dinner or lunch that balances creamy, crunchy, and tangy flavors with wholesome ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Falafel Bowl Ingredients
- 4 falafel balls, cooked
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup mixed greens
Instructions
- Prepare the base. In a bowl, place 1 cup of mixed greens evenly as the starting layer to provide a fresh and crunchy foundation for the falafel bowl.
- Add the cottage cheese. Spoon 1/2 cup of creamy cottage cheese over the greens, which adds protein and smooth texture to the dish.
- Arrange the falafel. Place 4 cooked falafel balls on top of the cottage cheese layer, offering a satisfying and flavorful element.
- Add fresh vegetables. Evenly distribute 1/2 diced cucumber, 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/4 thinly sliced red onion over the bowl to enhance freshness and a variety of textures.
- Top with tzatziki. Add 2 tablespoons of tzatziki sauce on top, which imparts a cool, tangy flavor that complements the falafel and veggies.
- Combine and serve. Gently toss all ingredients together to mix the flavors well and serve immediately for the best texture and taste.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the falafel balls are made with gluten-free ingredients.
- You can substitute tzatziki sauce with hummus or a dairy-free yogurt sauce for variation.
- This bowl is best served fresh to keep the falafel crisp and the greens vibrant.
- Adding fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro can enhance flavor complexity.
- Use low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese depending on your calorie preference.
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