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Mediterranean Falafel Board

Serves

Prep Time

60 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

I'm not going to lie, this falafel board was a lot of work, but so worth it in the end! Packed with crispy falafel, creamy hummus, tangy tzatziki, and a variety of colorful veggies and pita bread, this platter is perfect for entertaining, meal prep, or a fun weeknight dinner with friends and family.

I brought this board to a birthday party, and it was a hit with everyone. Guests mixed and matched the 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 of time. I made the falafel, hummus, and tzatziki in advance and assembled the board right before it was time to go to the party. I also combined some feta cheese, Kalamata olives, green olives, more sesame oil, and herbs to make a delicious medley. Another plus: it pairs well with a variety of drinks, from fresh mint lemonade to a crisp white wine.

Products used: Roasted Sesame Oil, Honey Ginger Balsamic Vinegar

Ingredients

Falafel (Makes ~20 falafel balls):
2 cups dried chickpeas
2 tablespoons SOOC Sesame oil (more if needed)
2 teaspoons SOOC Honey Ginger Balsamic Vinegar
½ cup fresh parsley
½ cup fresh cilantro
1 small red onion, minced
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
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For the Hummus:
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
¼ cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons SOOC Honey Ginger Balsamic Vinegar
1 small garlic clove
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup cold water (as needed)
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For the Tzatziki Sauce:
1 cup Greek yogurt
½ cucumber, grated and drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon SOOC Sesame oil
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
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Board Add-Ons:
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber slices
1 cup Kalamata olives
1 cup green olives
1 cup feta cheese, cubed
1 bunch radishes
4-6 small pita breads, cut into halves or pita chips
Lemon wedges for garnish

Directions

1. Falafel: Blend all falafel ingredients in a food processor until finely ground. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°F, shape into balls, and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.

2. Hummus: Blend all hummus ingredients until smooth, adding water as needed.

3. Tzatziki: Mix all ingredients in a bowl and chill for at least 15 minutes.

4. Assemble everything on a board and serve.