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A revolutionary sustainable protein bowl that gently introduces insect protein through crispy cricket flour falafels and savory mealworm crumble, paired with vibrant roasted vegetables, fluffy quinoa, and creamy tahini sauce. This eco-friendly dish delivers complete nutrition while reducing environmental impact by 90% compared to traditional meat proteins. The familiar Mediterranean flavors and textures make this an approachable gateway to sustainable eating, proving that the future of food can be both delicious and planet-friendly.
Total Time
80 mins
Servings
4
Calories
520
Difficulty
medium
fine ground, food-grade
for binding
soaked overnight
food-grade, lightly seasoned
tri-color preferred
cubed
sliced
chunked
fresh
minced
ground
ground
chopped
chopped
mixed variety
extra virgin
to taste
freshly ground
Cook quinoa in vegetable broth with a pinch of salt until fluffy and all liquid is absorbed. Set aside and keep warm.
Process soaked chickpeas, cricket flour, chickpea flour, half the garlic, cumin, coriander, parsley, cilantro, and salt in a food processor until coarse mixture forms. Add water if needed for binding.
Form mixture into 16 small falafels, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm up.
Toss sweet potato, zucchini, and bell pepper with 2 tablespoons olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast at 425°F until caramelized and tender.
Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet and pan-fry falafels until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Toast mealworms in a dry pan with a pinch of salt and cumin until crispy and fragrant, creating a savory crumble topping.
Whisk tahini with lemon juice, remaining garlic, and water until smooth and pourable. Season with salt to taste.
Assemble bowls with quinoa base, roasted vegetables, cricket falafels, drizzle of tahini sauce, mealworm crumble, and top with fresh microgreens.
fine ground, food-grade
for binding
soaked overnight
food-grade, lightly seasoned
tri-color preferred
cubed
sliced
chunked
fresh
minced
ground
ground
chopped
chopped
mixed variety
extra virgin
to taste
freshly ground
Cook quinoa in vegetable broth with a pinch of salt until fluffy and all liquid is absorbed. Set aside and keep warm.
Process soaked chickpeas, cricket flour, chickpea flour, half the garlic, cumin, coriander, parsley, cilantro, and salt in a food processor until coarse mixture forms. Add water if needed for binding.
Form mixture into 16 small falafels, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm up.
Toss sweet potato, zucchini, and bell pepper with 2 tablespoons olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast at 425°F until caramelized and tender.
Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet and pan-fry falafels until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Toast mealworms in a dry pan with a pinch of salt and cumin until crispy and fragrant, creating a savory crumble topping.
Whisk tahini with lemon juice, remaining garlic, and water until smooth and pourable. Season with salt to taste.
Assemble bowls with quinoa base, roasted vegetables, cricket falafels, drizzle of tahini sauce, mealworm crumble, and top with fresh microgreens.
Per serving (4 servings)
Calories
520
Daily Value
26%
Dietary Information
Per serving (4 servings)
Calories
520
Daily Value
26%
Dietary Information
Per serving • Based on 4 servings
* Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
💡 Want personalized DV% based on your health profile? Download the CalorieGram app for customized nutrition tracking tailored to your goals.
Per serving • Based on 4 servings
* Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
💡 Want personalized DV% based on your health profile? Download the CalorieGram app for customized nutrition tracking tailored to your goals.