Tabbouleh
Veg
Vegan
A bright, herb-forward salad of finely chopped flat-leaf parsley, bulgur wheat, tomato, spring onion, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Cuisines
Levantine
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Build a full meal around Tabbouleh
Get a matched combo of sides and accents
Recipe
Prep: 20 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1/4 cup | Bulgur Wheat , fine |
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1 cup | Water , boiling |
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1 bunch | Parsley , fresh, finely chopped |
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1/2 bunch | Mint , finely chopped |
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2 medium | Tomato , diced |
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3 tablespoons | Lemon juice , fresh |
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3 tablespoons | Olive oil , extra virgin |
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1 small | Onion , finely chopped |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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— | Black Pepper , to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Place the bulgur wheat in a bowl and pour the boiling water over it.
- 2 Cover and let it sit for about 10-15 minutes until the bulgur is tender and the water is absorbed.
- 3 Fluff the bulgur with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.
- 4 In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, and onion.
- 5 Add the cooled bulgur to the vegetable mixture.
- 6 Drizzle the lemon juice and olive oil over the mixture.
- 7 Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 8 Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.
- 9 Let the tabbouleh sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Tips
For the best flavor, use fresh and high-quality ingredients, especially the olive oil and lemon juice.