Falafel Plate with Rice and Vegetables

Ingredients

• 12 pieces falafel
• 1 cup rice
• 2 medium yellow squash
• 1 medium onion
• ¼ cup tahini
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook 1 cup rice according to package directions until fluffy, about 15-20 minutes. Set aside.

2. 2

   Slice 2 yellow squash into half-moons and 1 onion into thin strips. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add the squash and onion to the skillet, season with 0.25 tsp salt, and sauté until tender and lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from skillet and keep warm.

4. 4

   In the same skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 12 falafel pieces and cook until heated through and crispy on all sides, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, whisk together 0.25 cup tahini, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 0.25 tsp salt, and 2-3 tbsp water until smooth and pourable.

6. 6

   To serve, divide the rice between plates, top with the sautéed vegetables and falafel, and drizzle generously with the tahini sauce.

Tools you’ll need

• saucepan with lid
• large skillet
• small bowl
• whisk

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