Taboule

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this classic Taboule recipe is a celebration of vibrant herbs and wholesome ingredients. Featuring a base of tender bulgur wheat soaked to perfection, it’s generously loaded with fresh parsley, mint, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and zesty green onions. A tangy dressing of lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil ties everything together, delivering a light yet satisfying dish. Ready in just 30 minutes and requiring no cooking, this refreshing salad is the perfect healthy side or standalone meal. Whether served immediately or chilled to enhance its bold flavors, Taboule is a flavorful, nutrient-packed addition to any table. Perfect for summer meals, picnics, or light lunches, this vegetarian and vegan-friendly recipe is a true Mediterranean delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cups bulgur wheat
• 1 cups boiling water
• 2 cups fresh parsley
• 0.5 cups fresh mint leaves
• 2 large fresh tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 4 stalks green onions
• 0.25 cups lemon juice
• 0.25 cups extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the bulgur wheat in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Pour the boiling water over the bulgur wheat, cover the bowl, and let it sit for about 20 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the bulgur is tender.

Step 3

Meanwhile, finely chop the parsley and mint leaves and set aside.

Step 4

Dice the tomatoes and cucumber into small cubes, and finely slice the green onions.

Step 5

Once the bulgur is ready, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains.

Step 6

Add the chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumber, and green onions to the bulgur.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the bulgur and vegetables, and toss everything gently to combine.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with more salt or lemon juice.

Step 10

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to enhance the flavors. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1460.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1063.2

Total Fat 60.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2493.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.9g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 27.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 719.9mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 3698.7mg	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: 46.6%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 44.0%