Preserved Lime Tabbouleh Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Preserved Lime Tabbouleh Salad, a zesty twist on the classic Mediterranean favorite. Packed with fluffy bulgur wheat, fresh parsley, and mint, this salad takes an unexpected turn with the addition of tangy, umami-rich preserved lime, finely chopped to infuse every bite with bold flavor. Juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and scallions add refreshing texture, while a cumin-spiced lemon and olive oil dressing ties it all together with aromatic depth. Perfect as a chilled side dish or a standalone light meal, this herbaceous, citrus-kissed tabbouleh is a refreshing and nutrient-packed addition to your repertoire. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for meal preps, picnics, or any occasion that calls for a vibrant, healthy salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup bulgur wheat
• 1.5 cups hot water
• 1 whole preserved lime
• 1.5 cups parsley, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup mint leaves, finely chopped
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 2 whole scallions, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the bulgur wheat in a large heatproof bowl. Pour the hot water over it, cover the bowl tightly with a plate or plastic wrap, and let it sit for about 10 minutes until the bulgur has absorbed the water and is tender.

Step 2

Fluff the bulgur with a fork to separate the grains. If needed, drain any excess water using a fine-mesh strainer and set aside to cool.

Step 3

While the bulgur rests, rinse the preserved lime under cold water to remove excess salt, then finely chop it, including the rind and pulp. Remove any seeds.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled bulgur wheat, chopped preserved lime, parsley, mint, cucumber, tomatoes, and scallions.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the tabbouleh mixture and gently toss everything together until well combined.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, lemon juice, or olive oil if desired.

Step 8

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or light standalone meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1614.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1374.4

Total Fat 62.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2378.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 192.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 54.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 42.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1165.5mg	0%
Iron 49.4mg	0%
Potassium 5546.4mg	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: 37.5%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 51.3%