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Tabbouleh

Cultural Context

Tabbouleh is a traditional Levantine salad, particularly popular in Lebanon and Syria. It is known for its fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors, often served as a side dish or part of a mezze platter. The dish highlights the use of parsley, which is the main ingredient, and reflects the Mediterranean diet's emphasis on fresh vegetables and herbs. Tabbouleh has gained international popularity and is often associated with healthy eating.

LevantineAMside
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1/4 cup bulgur
3 bunches parsley
2 tomatoes
2 green onions
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Himalayan sea salt
black pepper to taste
juice of 1 lemon

bulgur

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: couscous

Quinoa is gluten-free and more nutritious, while couscous is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is rich in healthy fats, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

1

Add 1/4 cup bulgur to a bowl and cover with boiled water, letting it sit for 30 minutes.

2

Chop the parsley into small pieces, using a food processor with a little olive oil to help achieve a uniform consistency.

3

Chop 2 tomatoes into even pieces and add to the bowl with parsley.

4

Chop 2 green onions finely and add to the bowl.

5

Roll the lemon on the cutting board to soften, then squeeze the juice into the bowl, removing any seeds.

6

Add 1 teaspoon minced garlic to the bowl.

7

Add the soaked bulgur to the bowl along with 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil.

8

Season with 1 teaspoon Himalayan sea salt and black pepper to taste.

9

Mix all ingredients together until well combined.

Cooking Techniques

choppedmixed

Equipment Needed

bowlfood processorknifecutting boardmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Also Known As

TabbouliTabbouleh Salad

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