Sumac Falafel Salad with Ranch Steak and Croutons

This vibrant salad brings together crispy falafel, juicy ranch steak and a tangy sumac-yogurt dressing for a quick and satisfying meal. With fresh vegetables and crunchy croutons, every bite is a mix of textures and bright Mediterranean flavors.

Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. The sumac dressing adds a citrusy kick that ties everything together beautifully.

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Ingredients

10 unit FalafelView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Baby LettuceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit CiabattaView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon YogurtView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ranch SteakView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

5 teaspoon Red Wine VinegarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Grape TomatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon SumacView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Bell PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit CucumberView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

3 teaspoon (tsp) Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425°F. Wash and dry produce. Dice ciabatta into ½-inch pieces. Halve tomatoes. Trim and halve cucumber lengthwise; slice into ¼-inch-thick half-moons. Halve, core and dice bell pepper into 1-inch pieces. Trim and discard root end from lettuce; chop leaves into bite-size pieces.
2. Toss ciabatta pieces on a baking sheet with a drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper. Bake on top rack until golden brown, 3-5 minutes.
3. Heat a large drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add falafel and cook until golden and crispy, 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate; season with salt.
4. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, vinegar, sumac, 2 tsp olive oil and 1 tsp sugar. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Halve falafel. To bowl with dressing, add tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, lettuce, croutons and falafel. Toss until evenly coated.
6. Divide salad between shallow bowls and serve.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of steak?

Yes, you can substitute ranch steak with sirloin or flank steak. Adjust cooking time as needed.

What can I use instead of ciabatta for croutons?

Any crusty bread like sourdough or French bread works well. Cut into cubes and toast until golden.

Is this salad gluten-free?

No, because of the ciabatta and falafel (which typically contains wheat). For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free bread and falafel.