My Secret Tabouli

Discover the tantalizing fresh flavors of "My Secret Tabouli," a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired salad that elevates traditional tabouli with a surprising twist—juicy pomegranate seeds. Packed with finely chopped fresh parsley, fragrant mint, ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and hearty bulgur wheat, this dish is a refreshing medley of textures and flavors. A zesty dressing of lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, and a hint of ground cumin adds a citrusy, earthy depth that ties everything together. Perfect as a light main or an irresistible side, this no-cook recipe is easy to prepare, ready in under 30 minutes, and an absolute crowd-pleaser. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, and don’t forget the optional pomegranate pop for a unique, sweet-tangy touch! Keywords: Mediterranean tabouli, fresh parsley salad, bulgur wheat recipes, homemade tabouli recipe, pomegranate tabouli twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 bunches fresh parsley
• 0.5 bunch fresh mint leaves
• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 cup bulgur wheat
• 0.25 cup lemon juice
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 green onions
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup pomegranate seeds (optional, secret twist)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the bulgur wheat in a fine mesh sieve under cold running water. Place it in a bowl and cover with warm water. Let it soak for 15-20 minutes, then drain well and squeeze out any excess water.

Step 2

Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves. Ensure no large stems remain.

Step 3

Dice the tomatoes and cucumber into small, uniform pieces.

Step 4

Thinly slice the green onions, both the white and green parts.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, and soaked bulgur.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the tabouli mixture and toss gently but thoroughly to combine all the flavors.

Step 8

If using pomegranate seeds, sprinkle them over the salad just before serving for a sweet and tangy twist.

Step 9

Let the tabouli rest in the fridge for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1030.8 grams (1030.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1051

Total Fat 63.60g	82%
Saturated Fat 8.60g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2421mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 117.90g	43%
Dietary Fiber 29.00g	104%
Total Sugars 27.90g
Protein 20.20g	40%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 226mg	17%
Iron 8mg	47%
Potassium 2308mg	49%

*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: 50.9%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 41.9%