Tabouleh Recipe

This vibrant and refreshing Tabbouleh recipe is the perfect light and healthy lunch or side dish! Bursting with fresh parsley, mint, and juicy tomatoes, this classic Mediterranean salad is incredibly easy to make. Serve alongside hummus, falafel, and pita bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Get ready to impress your taste buds!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 160.2 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Tabouleh

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How to Make Tabouleh

  1. Combine 1 cup of bulgur wheat with 1 ½ cups of warm water in a large bowl. Let it soak for 30 minutes.
  2. While the bulgur soaks, finely chop 1 large cucumber (about 1 ½ cups chopped), 1 cup of finely chopped fresh parsley, ½ cup of finely chopped fresh mint, and 2 large tomatoes (about 2 cups chopped after seeding and coring).
  3. After 30 minutes, drain the bulgur wheat in a fine-mesh sieve. Press out excess water with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  4. Finely chop ½ small red onion (about ¼ cup chopped).
  5. In a large bowl, combine the drained bulgur, cucumber, parsley, mint, tomatoes, red onion, and the juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons).
  6. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper. Gently toss to combine.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Let the flavors meld for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve chilled alongside hummus, falafel, and pita bread for a complete Mediterranean feast!
  8. Optional: Add a sprinkle of sumac for an extra layer of flavor.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

7g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tabouleh?

Tabouleh takes about 105 minutes from start to finish — roughly 45 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tabouleh?

Tabouleh has approximately 160.2 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tabouleh?

The key ingredients for Tabouleh are Bulgar Wheat, Tomatoes, Onion, Parsley, Salt, White Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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