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Tabbouleh

A bright, herbaceous Mediterranean salad of bulgur, tomatoes, cucumber, and fresh parsley with a zippy lemon-olive oil dressing. Ready in 20 minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
245
Protein
7g
Tabbouleh
freshlightwholesomemediterraneanvegetarianvegantenderfluffy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pour 1.5 cups boiling water over bulgur in a large bowl. Cover and let sit 15 minutes until tender and liquid is absorbed.

  2. Step 2

    Fluff bulgur with a fork, breaking up any clumps. Let cool to room temperature, ~5 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Whisk lemon juice and olive oil together in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Step 4

    Add parsley, tomatoes, and cucumber to the cooled bulgur. Toss gently to combine.

  5. Step 5

    Pour dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  6. Step 6

    Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Tools you’ll need

  • large mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • fork
  • knife and cutting board

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