Lemon Lovers Tabbouleh

Bursting with vibrant flavors and zesty freshness, Lemon Lovers Tabbouleh is a tantalizing twist on the classic Middle Eastern salad designed for citrus enthusiasts. This refreshing dish combines fluffy bulgur wheat with a medley of crisp vegetables, including diced cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and green onions, all folded into an aromatic mix of freshly chopped parsley and mint. The star of the recipe is a tangy dressing made with extra-virgin olive oil, bright lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, and a hint of ground cumin. With a quick 20-minute prep time and no cooking required, this healthy, vegan-friendly recipe is perfect as a light, flavor-packed side dish or a crave-worthy main course. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, garnished with lemon slices for an extra zing. Whether you’re meal-prepping or entertaining, this lemon-forward tabbouleh will leave your taste buds delighted!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup bulgur wheat
• 1.5 cups hot water
• 2 cups fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
• 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices additional lemon slices (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the bulgur wheat in a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot water over it, cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel, and let it sit for 10-15 minutes or until the bulgur has absorbed all the water and is tender.

Step 2

Fluff the cooked bulgur with a fork and let it cool to room temperature, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Once the bulgur has cooled, add the freshly chopped parsley, mint, diced tomatoes, cucumber, and green onions to the bowl.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined to create the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the bulgur and vegetable mixture and toss everything gently to coat evenly.

Step 6

Taste the tabbouleh and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lemon juice or salt to taste.

Step 7

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together (optional but recommended).

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with additional lemon slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1850.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1533.5

Total Fat 68.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2689.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 67.2g	0%
Total Sugars 26.6g
Protein 49.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1612.5mg	0%
Iron 48.5mg	0%
Potassium 6902.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.4%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 51.8%