Easy Lebanese Tabouleh Recipe: Fresh & Healthy Salad

Name: Easy Lebanese Tabouleh Recipe: Fresh & Healthy Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Lebanese
Ingredients: 2 bunches Parsley (Finely chopped); 1/2 bunch Mint (Finely chopped); 2 medium Tomatoes (Diced); 1 medium Cucumber (Diced); 1/2 cup Fine Bulgur (Soaked and drained); 3 stalks Green Onions (Thinly sliced); 1/4 cup Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed); 1/4 cup Olive Oil (Extra virgin); 1/2 teaspoon Salt (To taste); 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground, to taste)

Learn to make authentic Lebanese Tabouleh, a vibrant and refreshing salad packed with fresh parsley, mint, tomatoes, bulgur, and a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, this recipe brings the flavors of the Middle East to your table.

#Lebanese Food

#Salad Recipe

#Vegetarian

#Healthy Eating

#Middle Eastern Cuisine

Fresh ingredients for Tabouleh

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

Cook Time

15m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Lebanese

English

Nutrition (per serving)

150

Calories

Protein

20g

Carbs

Fat

Chopped vegetables and soaked bulgur

Ingredients

Servings: 4

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

Dressing the vibrant Tabouleh salad

Instructions

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Prepare the bulgur by soaking fine bulgur in cold water for 15-20 minutes until softened, then drain very well, squeezing out any excess water.
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Prepare the bulgur by soaking fine bulgur in cold water for 15-20 minutes until softened, then drain very well, squeezing out any excess water.
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Ensure bulgur is well-drained to prevent a watery salad.
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Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves. The finer the chop, the better the texture of the tabouleh.
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Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves. The finer the chop, the better the texture of the tabouleh.
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Use a sharp knife for a clean chop without bruising the herbs.

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Dice the tomatoes and cucumber into small, even pieces. Thinly slice the green onions.
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Dice the tomatoes and cucumber into small, even pieces. Thinly slice the green onions.
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Maintain consistent dice size for a harmonious texture in the salad.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained bulgur, chopped parsley, mint, diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, and sliced green onions.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained bulgur, chopped parsley, mint, diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, and sliced green onions.
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Use a bowl large enough to allow for easy tossing.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
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Adjust seasoning to your preference, tasting as you go.

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Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is well combined and coated. Serve immediately or chill for a short period.
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Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is well combined and coated. Serve immediately or chill for a short period.
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Tabouleh is best enjoyed fresh; however, chilling it for 15-30 minutes can enhance the flavors.