Tabbouleh Salad
Tabbouleh salad is a beloved dish of Middle Eastern origin that has become popular around the world for its fresh and flavorful ingredients. This light and healthy salad is perfect for a hot summer day, as it is typically served cold and provides a refreshing burst of flavor. With its combination of parsley, mint, tomatoes, and bulgur wheat, tabbouleh salad offers a mix of flavors and textures that are both satisfying and nutritious. Whether enjoyed as a side dish or a light lunch, tabbouleh salad is a delicious and easy way to add some Middle Eastern flair to your meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup bulgur wheat
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 - 2 bunches fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup mint leaves, chopped (optional)
- 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced or 1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1 green onion, finely sliced (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the bulgur wheat in a large bowl and pour in the boiling water. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap and let sit for about 30 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the wheat is tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil.
- Once the bulgur wheat is ready, fluff it up with a fork and add in the chopped parsley, mint, cucumber, tomatoes, and green onion.
- Pour the lemon juice and olive oil mixture over the top of the salad and toss everything together until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.Enjoy your tabbouleh!