Tabbouleh Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Tabbouleh Salad is a timeless classic that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Made with fluffy bulgur wheat, crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and a vibrant medley of chopped parsley and mint, this dish brings a refreshing balance of textures and flavors to your table. Finished with a zesty dressing of freshly squeezed lemon juice and extra-virgin olive oil, this vegan-friendly salad is the perfect side dish or light meal. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it’s a wholesome, make-ahead recipe that’s perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or meal prep. Impress your guests with this crowd-pleasing tabbouleh recipe, a refreshing staple of Middle Eastern cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Bulgar wheat
• 1.5 cups Boiling water
• 2 cups Parsley (fresh, finely chopped)
• 0.5 cup Mint leaves (fresh, finely chopped)
• 2 whole Tomatoes (small, diced)
• 1 whole Cucumber (small, diced)
• 3 stalks Green onions (sliced)
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Place the bulgur wheat in a large bowl and pour the boiling water over it. Cover the bowl and let it sit for 15 minutes, until the bulgur has absorbed the water and softened.

Step 2

After 15 minutes, fluff the bulgur with a fork, draining any excess water if necessary. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 3

While the bulgur is cooling, prepare the vegetables. Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves, dice the tomatoes and cucumber, and slice the green onions.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Combine the cooled bulgur, parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumber, and green onions in a large mixing bowl.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring that the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

Step 8

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve the tabbouleh salad cold or at room temperature as a side dish or a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1609.8 grams (1609.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1447

Total Fat 64.40g	83%
Saturated Fat 9.90g	50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2697mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 201.80g	73%
Dietary Fiber 63.90g	228%
Total Sugars 16.60g
Protein 45.40g	91%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1621mg	125%
Iron 43mg	237%
Potassium 6624mg	141%

*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: 37.0%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 51.5%