QUICK AND EASY FALAFEL SALAD

Quick and Easy Falafel Salad image

Light summer fare with a Middle Eastern touch. Fresh seasonal or regional vegetables can be substituted. For a more authentic flavor, double the garlic and/or cumin. Falafel can be cooked ahead of time and refrigerated.

Provided by MATTHEWF335

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 ounces dry falafel mix
½ cup olive oil for frying
1 medium cucumber, chopped
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
1 ½ cups reduced fat Ranch dressing
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 head romaine lettuce, torn

Steps:

Prepare the falafel mix according to package directions. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Shape the prepared falafel mix into 1/2-inch rounds. Place in the skillet in batches, and fry until evenly browned. Drain on paper towels.
In a large bowl, mix the falafel, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, celery, and carrots. In a separate bowl, mix the Ranch dressing, garlic powder, and cumin. Toss with the salad to coat. Serve over lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Cholesterol 25.2 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1304.4 mg, Sugar 12.8 g