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Tabbouleh Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and vibrant Middle Eastern salad that combines bulgur wheat with fresh herbs, tomatoes, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. This classic Tabbouleh Salad is perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack, featuring refreshing flavors and a delightful texture.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes (soaking time)
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

For the Dressing and Bulgur

  • ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup fine #1 bulgur wheat

For the Salad

  • 3 bunches fresh curly parsley (finely chopped, about 3 packed cups)
  • 2 firm tomatoes (finely chopped)
  • 2 green onions (finely chopped)
  • ¼ cup fresh mint (finely chopped)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing and Soak Bulgur: In a large bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Stir in the fine bulgur wheat and let it soak for 20 to 30 minutes, allowing the grains to absorb the dressing and become plump.
  2. Prepare the Vegetables and Herbs: While the bulgur soaks, finely chop the fresh curly parsley, tomatoes, green onions, and fresh mint. Add these ingredients to one side of the large bowl with the soaked bulgur but do not mix yet.
  3. Combine and Serve: Once the bulgur is plump and has absorbed most of the dressing, stir all the ingredients together until evenly combined. Serve the tabbouleh salad at room temperature or chilled from the refrigerator as desired.

Notes

  • Use fine bulgur wheat (#1) for the best texture; coarse bulgur will require cooking.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a small clove of minced garlic if desired.
  • Adjust lemon juice and olive oil amounts to taste for a more tangy or rich dressing.
  • Tabbouleh tastes better after resting for a few hours or overnight in the fridge to allow flavors to meld.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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