Products used in this recipe
Exotic Grains Tabbouleh and Crispy Falafel Bowl
Yield: 6 Servings (15-1/2 oz.)
Yield: 6 Servings (15-1/2 oz.)
We've packed in all the best flavors of a Greek salad combined with falafel and our Simplot Good Grains™ Exotic Grains & Fire-Roasted Vegetable Blend into this bowl. So good, your customers won't be able to get enough of it.
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Simplot Good Grains™: Exotic Grains & Fire-Roasted Vegetable Blend 6/2.5lb | 40 oz. | 1 bag |
| Cilantro, fresh, chopped | 1/2 cup | |
| Parsley, fresh, chopped | 1/2 cup | |
| Lemon juice, divided | 3 fl. oz. + 2 tsp. | |
| Olive oil, divided | 5 fl. oz. + 1 Tbsp. | |
| Garlic, minced | 1 Tbsp. | |
| Salt, divided | 3/4 tsp. | |
| Cucumber, peeled, 1/2-inch dice | 6 oz. | |
| Cherry tomatoes, halved | 6 oz. | |
| Red onion, quartered, sliced | 3 oz. | |
| Falafel, prepared, 1-1/2 oz. each | 18 each | |
| Tzatziki sauce, prepared | 12 oz. |
Preparation Instructions:
- Step 1
- Prepare grain blend according to package instructions. Chill.
- Step 2
- In a medium-size bowl combine cilantro, parsley, 3 fl. oz. lemon juice, 5 fl. oz. olive oil, garlic, and 1/2 tsp. salt. Stir in chilled grains, cover and let mixture marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Step 3
- Combine cucumber, tomato and red onion. Season with 2 tsp. lemon juice, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, and 1/4 tsp. salt. Set aside for service. Cook falafel balls according to package instructions, hold warm.
- Step 4
- For each serving; place 6-1/2 oz. (1 cup) grain blend in a serving bowl. Add 2-1/2 oz. cucumber-tomato salad, 3 falafel balls, and 2 oz. Tzatziki sauce.
