Variations:
• You can also prepare this dinner with grilled shawarma-spiced chicken instead of or in addition to the falafel balls.
• If you’re making the Israeli salad, simply combine 1/2 finely chopped cucumber, one finely chopped pepper, 1/4 finely chopped red onion, juice of one lemon, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and fresh parsley.
• Add a sautéed onion to the rice if you have just a bit more time.