January 12, 2023
 Loaded Mediterranean Falafel Bowl
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Ingredients
- Hummus, homemade or store bought (other dip options in the notes)
- Tabouli or Salad of Choice
- 16 Falafels, prepared ahead from this authentic falafel recipe recipe, or store-bought
- 2 Medium Vine-Ripe Tomatoes, halved and sliced
- 1 English Cucumber, halved and sliced
- 6 Radishes, halved and sliced
- ½ Medium Red Onion, thinly sliced
- 4 ounces Feta Cheese, sliced
- Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
- Sumac optional for seasoning
Method
- Using shallow dinner bowls, start by spreading about 3 to 4 tablespoons of hummus on one side. Next, add the salad, then add 3 to 5 falafel patties.
- Fill the empty spots in your bowls with the fresh vegetables, olive and pickles, and sliced feta cheese.
- Finish each bowl with a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a dash of sumac to season (optional).

Ingredients                                                                                                     700 g grass-fed beef strips (sirloin, flank, or rump steak)                                                           4 large portobello mushrooms (approx. 400 g total)                                                           8 medium carrots, peeled and halved lengthwise (about 600 g)                                                           2 bunches broccolini (approx. 400 g)                                                           6½ tbsp olive oil total (≈ 97 mL)                                                           (2 tbsp for beef + 2 tbsp for mushrooms + 1½ tbsp for carrots + 1 tbsp for broccolini)                                                           1 tbsp butter (14 g)                                                           2 cloves garlic, minced (6 g)                                                           1 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped (optional)                                                           2 tsp salt total (≈ 12 g)                                                           (½ tsp for beef + ½ tsp for mushrooms + ½ tsp for carrots + ½ tsp for broccolini)                                                           1¼ tsp black pepper total (≈ 5 g)                                                           1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional, 15 mL)                                                           1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, 7 g)                                                                                                                                                       Instructions                                                      1. Roast the carrots and mushrooms                                                                   Preheat the oven to                                     200°C (400°F)                                     .                                                           Line a baking tray with parchment paper.                                                           Toss carrots with olive oil, salt, pepper, and honey/maple syrup if using. Spread on half of the tray.                                                           Place the portobello mushrooms on the other half, drizzle with olive oil and balsamic (if using), and season with salt and pepper.                                                           Roast for                                     25–30 minutes                                     , turning once halfway through. Mushrooms should be tender and juicy; carrots caramelized and golden.                                                                  2. Grill the beef                                                                   While vegetables roast, heat a grill pan or barbecue over                                     high heat                                     .                                                           Toss beef strips with olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.                                                           Grill for                                     2–3 minutes per side                                     , or until cooked to your liking (medium-rare to medium recommended).                                                           Rest for a few minutes before serving to keep tender and juicy.                                                                  3. Steam and fry the broccolini                                                                   Bring a small pot of water to a boil, and lightly steam broccolini for                                     2–3 minutes                                      until bright green. Drain well.                                                           Heat butter and olive oil in a frying pan over                                     medium-high heat                                     .                                                           Add the broccolini and sauté for                                     2–3 minutes                                     , seasoning with salt and pepper until slightly crisp on the edges.                                                                  4. Serve                                                                   Plate each portion with a serving of grilled beef strips, a whole roasted mushroom, a few roasted carrots, and a generous side of buttery broccolini.                                                           Drizzle any beef or mushroom juices over the top for extra flavor.                                                                  Optional Garnish                                                                   Sprinkle with fresh parsley or thyme before serving.                                                           Add a squeeze of lemon over the broccolini for brightness.                                                                              Nutrition and Cooking Times                                                                                                            Serves:                                                4 |                                              Prep time:                                                15 minutes |                                              Cook time:                                   30–35 minutes                                                                                                  Nutrient Value per serve:                                              Calories: 480kcal | Protein: 39g | Fat: 28g | Carbohydrates: 15g
 


