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Summer Salad Perfection: A Refreshing Twist

When the weather heats up, our taste buds crave something light, refreshing, and bursting with flavor. This falafel salad recipe is the perfect solution, combining the crispiest falafel with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy feta, and crunchy pita chips, all tied together with a zesty tahini-lemon dressing.

The Essential Ingredients

To make this salad shine, you’ll need:

• 1 recipe of crispy Classic Falafel (get the recipe here!)
• 6 cups of chopped hearts of romaine lettuce
• 1 small English cucumber, sliced into thin rounds
• 1 pint of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 4 green onions, thinly sliced
• ½ cup of crumbled feta cheese
• 1 cup of roughly broken pita chips
• For the dressing: 6 tablespoons of tahini, juice of 2 lemons, 1 large garlic clove, minced, kosher salt, and ¼ cup of olive oil

Dressing Up the Salad

To create the creamy tahini-lemon dressing, combine tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and a pinch of salt in an airtight jar. Close the jar and shake vigorously until smooth. Add the olive oil and shake again. If needed, thin the dressing with water until it reaches your desired consistency. Set it aside for now.

Assembling the Masterpiece

In a wide, shallow salad bowl, place the chopped romaine lettuce and drizzle with a little of the tahini-lemon dressing. Toss to coat the leaves evenly. Next, scatter the sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, green onions, and crumbled feta cheese across the top. Finally, add the crispy falafel and crunchy pita chips. Serve immediately, passing additional dressing on the side for those who want an extra drizzle of flavor.

This salad is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and its vibrant colors make it an ideal choice for a summer gathering or potluck. So go ahead, take a bite, and savor the flavors of the season!