Quick and Easy Falafel Salad recipe

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Ingredients

3 ounces dry falafel mix
½ cup olive oil for frying
1 medium cucumber, chopped
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
1 ½ cups reduced fat Ranch dressing
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 head romaine lettuce, torn

Nutrition Info

383.8 calories
carbohydrate: 35.3 g
cholesterol: 25.2 mg
fat: 24.6 g
fiber: 8.5 g
protein: 10.3 g
saturatedFat: 2.2 g
servingSize: -
sodium: 1304.4 mg
sugar: 12.8 g
transFat: : -
unsaturatedFat: : -

Directions

  1. Prepare the falafel mix according to package directions. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Shape the prepared falafel mix into 1/2-inch rounds. Place in the skillet in batches, and fry until evenly browned. Drain on paper towels.

  2. In a large bowl, mix the falafel, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, celery, and carrots. In a separate bowl, mix the Ranch dressing, garlic powder, and cumin. Toss with the salad to coat. Serve over lettuce.

Recipe Yield

4 servings

Recipe Note

Light summer fare with a Middle Eastern touch. Fresh seasonal or regional vegetables can be substituted. For a more authentic flavor, double the garlic and/or cumin. Falafel can be cooked ahead of time and refrigerated.

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