Easy Lebanese Tabouleh Recipe: Fresh, Healthy & Delicious Salad!

Name: Easy Lebanese Tabouleh Recipe: Fresh, Healthy & Delicious Salad!
Prep time: 33 min
Total time: 63 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Lebanese
Ingredients: 2 large bunches Fresh Parsley (finely chopped); 1/2 large bunch Fresh Mint (finely chopped); 3 medium Tomatoes (diced); 1/2 small White Onion (finely minced); 1/2 cup Fine Bulgur (rinsed); 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed); 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 teaspoon Salt (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground, or to taste)

Learn how to make authentic Lebanese Tabouleh with this easy-to-follow recipe! This vibrant and refreshing salad features fresh parsley, tomatoes, mint, and bulgur, all dressed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, it's a staple of Mediterranean cuisine.

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Vibrant Lebanese Tabouleh Salad

Recipe Information

33m

Prep Time

Cook Time

1h 3m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Lebanese

Arabic

Nutrition (per serving)

200

Calories

Protein

25g

Carbs

10g

Fat

Close-up of Fresh Tabouleh

Ingredients

Fresh Parsley
(finely chopped)
2 large bunches
Fresh Mint
(finely chopped)
1 large bunch

Tomatoes
(diced)
3 medium
White Onion
(finely minced)
1 small
Fine Bulgur
(rinsed)
1 cup
Fresh Lemon Juice
(freshly squeezed)
1 cup
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 cup

Salt
(or to taste)
1 teaspoon
Black Pepper
(freshly ground, or to taste)
1 teaspoon

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Tabouleh Ready to Serve

Instructions

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1
Rinse the fine bulgur under cold water, then soak it in a small bowl with 1/2 cup of hot water or lemon juice for 15-20 minutes, or until softened. Drain any excess liquid completely.
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Rinse the fine bulgur under cold water, then soak it in a small bowl with 1/2 cup of hot water or lemon juice for 15-20 minutes, or until softened. Drain any excess liquid completely.
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Use fine bulgur for the best texture and quick soaking. Do not over-soak to prevent sogginess.
2
While the bulgur is soaking, finely chop the fresh parsley, mint, tomatoes, and onion. Aim for very small, uniform pieces for the best, most authentic Tabouleh texture.
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While the bulgur is soaking, finely chop the fresh parsley, mint, tomatoes, and onion. Aim for very small, uniform pieces for the best, most authentic Tabouleh texture.
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Achieving uniformly fine chopped vegetables is crucial for classic Tabouleh. A sharp knife helps.

3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the thoroughly drained bulgur with the chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, and onion. Gently fluff the bulgur with a fork before adding to ensure it's not clumpy.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the thoroughly drained bulgur with the chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, and onion. Gently fluff the bulgur with a fork before adding to ensure it's not clumpy.
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Ensure the bulgur is well-drained to prevent a watery salad. Excess moisture can dilute the flavors.
4
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Toss all ingredients gently and thoroughly until everything is well combined and evenly coated.
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Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Toss all ingredients gently and thoroughly until everything is well combined and evenly coated.
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The quality of your lemon juice and olive oil significantly impacts the final taste. Use high-quality ingredients.
5
Taste the Tabouleh and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and deepen. Serve cold.
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Taste the Tabouleh and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and deepen. Serve cold.
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Chilling is essential for Tabouleh, as it allows all the fresh flavors to meld and develop, resulting in a more harmonious taste.