Trying to be more regular?
This fiber-rich falafel salad is a delicious Rx.
(ICYMI, Mediterranean was just voted thebest diet of the yearfor the seventh year running.)
Photo:Photographer: Andrew Scrivani, Food stylist: Devon Knight, Prop stylist: Soo Jeong Kang; EatingWell collage
Definitely my new favorite meal!
Beyond that, you just need a bounty of wholesome vegetables and fresh herbs.
As a refresher,fiberis a kind of carbohydrate found mainly in plant foods.
A serving of 2 cups of salad and 3 falafel delivers a whopping 13 grams of fiber.
Who needs afiber supplement?
Its also a breeze to make.
Start by soaking dried chickpeas in cold water for 12 to 24 hours.
Canned chickpeas are too wet, and the falafel patties tend to fall apart.
(You could also use a 18-cup measure or eyeball 12 approximately even patties.)
As those pan-fry, I shake up the dressing and toss together the salad.
