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Refreshing Tabbouleh Salad

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A vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean salad featuring finely chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, and bulgur wheat, dressed with lemon juice and olive oil. Perfect for a light, healthy meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (170g) fine or medium bulgur wheat
  • 2 cups fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
  • 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup / 60ml)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place 1 cup (170g) of fine bulgur wheat in a fine mesh sieve and rinse under cold water until water runs clear.
  2. Transfer bulgur to a bowl and cover with 1¼ cups (300ml) boiling water. Let soak for about 15 minutes until tender but still slightly chewy.
  3. Drain excess water using the sieve and press gently with a spoon to remove moisture; bulgur should not be soggy.
  4. While bulgur soaks, finely chop parsley, mint, tomatoes, and green onions.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine drained bulgur, chopped herbs, and vegetables. Pour dressing over and toss gently to combine.
  7. Let the salad rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Before serving, stir again and adjust lemon juice, salt, or olive oil if needed.

Notes

Do not over-soak bulgur to avoid mushiness; finely chop herbs by hand for best texture. Use fresh lemon juice for optimal flavor. Salad tastes better after resting. For gluten-free, substitute bulgur with quinoa or cauliflower rice.

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Keywords: tabbouleh, salad, bulgur wheat, parsley, mint, lemon, Mediterranean, healthy, gluten-free option, vegan

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