Classic Tabouli Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Classic Tabouli Salad is a timeless favorite that's both healthy and satisfying. Made with wholesome bulgur wheat, vibrant parsley, refreshing mint, and a medley of crisp vegetables like ripe tomatoes and crunchy cucumber, this salad is elevated with a zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice. Perfect as a light side dish or a refreshing standalone meal, this nutrient-packed recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and requires no cooking, making it an ideal choice for quick, summer-ready meals. Whether you're serving it at a gathering or enjoying it as a healthy weekday lunch, this classic tabouli is a versatile, flavor-forward dish that never disappoints.
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup bulgur wheat
- 1 cup water
- 2 bunches fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 large English cucumber
- 4 stalks green onions
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Place the bulgur wheat in a large bowl. Boil 1 cup of water and pour it over the bulgur. Cover the bowl with a plate or plastic wrap and let it stand for about 15 minutes, or until the bulgur is tender.
Step 2
While the bulgur is soaking, finely chop the parsley and mint leaves. Set them aside.
Step 3
Dice the tomatoes and cucumber into small cubes. Slice the green onions thinly.
Step 4
Once bulgur is tender, uncover the bowl and use a fork to fluff it, draining any excess water if necessary.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked bulgur, parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumber, and green onions.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together until well combined.
Step 8
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
Step 9
Chill the tabouli salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 10
Serve chilled as a healthy side dish or main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1554.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1082.9 |
| Total Fat 60.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2473.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 133.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 40.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.5g | |
| Protein 28.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 738.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4005.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories