Spinach Tabbouleh Recipe

A vibrant and healthy twist on classic tabbouleh! This recipe, inspired by the January/February 2013 Every Day with Rachael Ray magazine, features tender spinach, crunchy walnuts, and nutty bulgar, all tossed in a flavorful caramelized onion dressing. Get ready for a quick and delicious weeknight meal that's bursting with fresh flavors.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 140.7 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spinach Tabbouleh

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How to Make Spinach Tabbouleh

  1. Finely slice 1 medium red onion.
  2. Roughly chop 5 ounces of fresh spinach and 1/2 cup of walnuts.
  3. Cook 1 cup of bulgar wheat according to package directions. Fluff with a fork once cooked.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook, stirring frequently, until deeply caramelized and brown, about 20 minutes.
  5. In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked bulgar, caramelized onion with its oil, chopped spinach, and walnuts.
  6. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add a squeeze of lemon juice (optional) for extra brightness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

6g

Carbs

3g