Chicken Falafel Bowls (Printable Version)
Nutritious bowls featuring grilled chicken shawarma, falafels, fresh vegetables, pickled cabbage, and creamy homemade garlic sauce.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 package storebought 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
→ Vegan 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:
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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 in a large plastic bag for 10-15 minutes. Preheat BBQ to medium-high heat and grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Alternatively, bake in a 400°F oven for 12-15 minutes. Let cool, then slice.
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Blend all ingredients for garlic sauce in a blender or food processor for 10-15 seconds until emulsified and thickened.
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Add lettuce to each bowl, followed by tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, pickled cabbage, falafels, and sliced chicken. Top with hummus and garlic sauce.
# Notes:
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Marinate and grill the chicken beforehand to save preparation time.
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Use a blender or food processor for the vegan garlic mayo to ensure smooth consistency.
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Store all ingredients separately in the fridge to keep them fresh before assembling.