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Tabbouleh

Name: Tabbouleh
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: lebanese, middle_eastern
Ingredients: 0.5 cup bulgur wheat fine grain; 2 cup fresh parsley finely chopped; 2 pcs tomato diced; 1 pcs cucumber diced; 0.25 cup fresh mint finely chopped; 0.25 pcs red onion finely minced; 0.25 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed; 3 tbsp olive oil; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground

A refreshing and vibrant Middle Eastern salad, tabbouleh features finely chopped fresh parsley, juicy tomatoes, and crisp cucumbers. It's brightened with zesty lemon juice and olive oil, making it a perfect light meal or side dish.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 55 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 212 kcal

VeganVegetarian

Allergen information: may contain gluten. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

0.5 cupbulgur wheat, fine grain
2 cupfresh parsley, finely chopped
2 pcstomato, diced
1 pcscucumber, diced
0.25 cupfresh mint, finely chopped
0.25 pcsred onion, finely minced
0.25 cuplemon juice, freshly squeezed
3 tbspolive oil
0.5 tspsalt
0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground

Equipment

large bowl · fine-mesh sieve · cutting board · knife

The method

Step by step

1
Place the bulgur wheat in a medium bowl and cover with boiling water. Let it soak for 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
About 20 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the bulgur is fully hydrated and tender, but not mushy.
2
Once tender, drain any excess water from the bulgur wheat using a fine-mesh sieve and press out as much liquid as possible. Set aside.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Squeeze gently to prevent a watery salad.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped parsley, diced tomato, diced cucumber, finely chopped mint, and minced red onion.
About 5 min
4
Add the drained bulgur wheat to the bowl with the vegetables and herbs.
About 1 min
5
Pour in the lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper.
About 1 min
6
Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Use a large spoon or your hands for thorough mixing.
7
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
About 30 min
Cook’s note: Chilling makes the flavors more vibrant and refreshing.
8
Before serving, give the tabbouleh another gentle toss and adjust seasoning if needed.

Per serving

Nutrition

75%Score

Calories: 211.6kcal
Protein: 4.8g
Carbs: 27.2g
Fat: 10.8g
Fibre: 6.6g
Sugar: 4.1g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover tabbouleh in an airtight container in the refrigerator.