Chicken Falafel Bowls (Printable Recipe)
Vibrant Mediterranean bowls with grilled chicken, falafels, fresh veggies, quick-pickled cabbage and homemade garlic sauce.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 package store-bought falafels
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1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
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1 large field tomato, diced
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1 cucumber, diced
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1 cup parsley, finely chopped
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hummus
→ Quick Pickled Red Cabbage
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1 cup sliced red cabbage
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1 cup vinegar
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2 tsp sugar
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1 tsp salt
→ Garlic Sauce
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1/2 cup unsweetened soy milk
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1 cup sunflower oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp lemon juice
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1/2 tsp salt
→ Quick Chicken Shawarma
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3 chicken breasts
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tsp turmeric
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2 tsp cumin
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1 tsp cinnamon
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1 tsp nutmeg
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1 tsp salt
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large bowl, mix together vinegar, sugar, and salt until completely dissolved. Immerse cabbage in mixture, and let sit at least 30 minutes before serving.
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Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Marinate all ingredients for chicken shawarma together in a large plastic bag. Let sit at least 10-15 minutes.
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Preheat BBQ to medium-high heat and grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through. Alternatively, cook in a 400°F oven for 12-15 minutes until fully cooked. Let cool then slice.
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Blend all ingredients for vegan garlic sauce in a Magic Bullet, blender, or food processor. Blend for 10-15 seconds on high to emulsify and thicken.
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Add lettuce to each bowl, along with tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, pickled cabbage, falafels, and sliced chicken. Top with hummus and garlic sauce. Serve and enjoy.
# Extra Tips:
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Store all ingredients separately in the refrigerator, then assemble fresh when ready to serve.
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You can use store-bought falafels or homemade for this recipe.
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Prepare and grill the chicken ahead of time for quicker assembly.