Falafel and Couscous Bowl with Avocado Dressing

Falafel and Couscous Bowl with Avocado Dressing is a delicious and nutritious meal. It's packed with flavours and textures, combining crispy falafel, fluffy couscous, and a creamy avocado dressing, all topped with crunchy pistachios.

Falafel and Couscous Bowl with Avocado Dressing Ingredients

For the Bowl:

▪️ 1 cup couscous
▪️ 1½ cups boiling water
▪️ 1 cup falafel, cooked
▪️ ½ cup fresh cucumber, diced
▪️ ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
▪️ ¼ cup pistachios, toasted

For the Avocado Dressing:

▪️ 1 ripe avocado
▪️ ¼ cup Greek yogurt
▪️ 1 tablespoon lemon juice
▪️ 1 clove garlic, minced
▪️ Salt and pepper to taste

How to make Falafel and Couscous Bowl with Avocado Dressing

Step 1: Place couscous in a bowl and pour boiling water over it. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Step 2: In a food processor, blend avocado, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Step 3: In a large bowl, combine couscous, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes.

Step 4: Top with cooked falafel and drizzle with avocado dressing.

Step 5: Sprinkle toasted pistachios over the top.

Enjoy your Falafel and Couscous Bowl with Avocado Dressing!

Overview of Falafel and Couscous Bowl with Avocado Dressing

Category	Details
Preparation Time	15 minutes
Cooking Time	10 minutes
Servings	4 servings
Nutritional Information	Protein: 12g, Carbohydrates: 30g, Fats: 15g
Main Ingredients	Couscous, falafel, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, pistachios
Sauce Ingredients	Avocado, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic
Cooking Method	Mixing, blending
Meal Categories	Main Course, Salad
Key Flavors	Savory, fresh, tangy
Texture	Creamy, crunchy
Dietary Information	Vegetarian
Allergen Information	Contains dairy (Greek yogurt), nuts (pistachios)
Storage Tips	Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Serving Suggestions	Serve chilled or at room temperature

Fun Facts about Falafel and Couscous Bowl with Avocado Dressing

▪️ Falafel is a traditional Middle Eastern food made from ground chickpeas or fava beans, seasoned with herbs and spices.
▪️ Couscous is a type of pasta made from semolina wheat, popular in North African cuisine.
▪️ Avocado is rich in healthy fats and makes a creamy and nutritious dressing.