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Tabbouleh Salad
Nawaal Ahmed

Classic Tabbouleh Salad with Parsley, Mint, and Bulgur

Easy Homemade Tabbouleh Salad Recipe
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fine bulgur wheat
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 3 cups fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves finely chopped
  • 2 cups tomatoes finely diced
  • 4 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Place the bulgur wheat in a heatproof bowl and pour the boiling water over it.
  2. Cover the bowl and allow the bulgur to absorb the liquid until tender and fluffy.
  3. Fluff the bulgur with a fork and let it cool completely.
  4. Finely chop the parsley and mint until the herbs are light and delicate.
  5. Dice the tomatoes into small, even pieces and slice the green onions thinly.
  6. Transfer the cooled bulgur to a large mixing bowl.
  7. Add the parsley, mint, tomatoes, and green onions to the bowl.
  8. Drizzle the lemon juice and olive oil evenly over the salad.
  9. Sprinkle in the salt and black pepper.
  10. Toss everything gently until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and evenly coated.
  11. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed for a brighter or more savory flavor.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  13. Stir gently before serving and enjoy chilled.

Notes

Protein: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 24 g
Fat: 11 g
Fiber: 5 g
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 390 m