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Authentic Lebanese Tabbouleh Salad: Quick & Healthy Recipe
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Authentic Lebanese Tabbouleh Salad: Quick & Healthy Recipe
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Authentic Lebanese Tabbouleh Salad: Quick & Healthy Recipe

Learn how to make a classic, fresh, and healthy Lebanese Tabbouleh salad. This traditional recipe features finely chopped fresh parsley, mint, tomatoes, and onion, mixed with fine bulgur, all dressed in a vibrant lemon and olive oil dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, this Tabbouleh is bursting with authentic Middle Eastern flavors.
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Finely Chopped Herbs
Finely Chopped Herbs

Recipe Information

20m
Prep Time
0m
Cook Time
20m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Lebanese
Arabic
Nutrition (per serving)
180
Calories
4g
Protein
22g
Carbs
10g
Fat
All Vegetables Mixed Before Dressing
All Vegetables Mixed Before Dressing

Ingredients

  • Fine Bulgur

    1 cup

  • Fresh Parsley

    2 bunches
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  • Fresh Mint

    1 bunch

  • Tomatoes

    3 medium

  • White Onion

    1 small

  • Lemon Juice

    1 cup

  • Olive Oil

    1 cup
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  • Salt

    to taste

  • Black Pepper

    to taste
Servings: 4
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Dressing the Tabbouleh with Lemon and Oil
Dressing the Tabbouleh with Lemon and Oil

Instructions

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  • 1

    Place the fine bulgur in a bowl and cover with cold water. Let it soak for 10-15 minutes until softened, then drain well and squeeze out any excess water.
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    Place the fine bulgur in a bowl and cover with cold water. Let it soak for 10-15 minutes until softened, then drain well and squeeze out any excess water.
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    Ensure bulgur is thoroughly drained to prevent a watery salad.
  • 2

    Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint. Aim for a very fine, consistent chop.
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    Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint. Aim for a very fine, consistent chop.
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    Use a sharp knife for clean cuts and avoid bruising the herbs.
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  • 3

    Finely dice the tomatoes and white onion. It's crucial for tabbouleh that all vegetables are chopped very small.
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    Finely dice the tomatoes and white onion. It's crucial for tabbouleh that all vegetables are chopped very small.
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    Remove tomato seeds to prevent extra moisture in the salad.
  • 4

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the soaked bulgur, chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, and onion.
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    In a large mixing bowl, combine the soaked bulgur, chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, and onion.
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    Use a spacious bowl to make mixing easier.
  • 5

    Pour in the lemon juice and olive oil. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
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    Pour in the lemon juice and olive oil. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
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    Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lemon or salt for balance.
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