Super-easy tabbouleh
Discover the ultimate Super-easy Tabbouleh recipe! This refreshing Mediterranean salad features bulgur, fresh spearmint, juicy tomatoes, tangy lemon juice, and olive oil for a quick, healthy dish. Ready in minutes, it’s perfect for any meal.
- 28 Apr 2025
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 20 min
- 8 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
Tabbouleh is a refreshing and healthy Middle Eastern salad that's perfect for a light meal or a side dish. This super-easy tabbouleh recipe combines fresh vegetables, fragrant herbs, and a zesty dressing for a dish that's full of flavor and simple to prepare.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Place the bulgur in a large bowl.
- Pour enough boiling water over the bulgur to cover it by about an inch.
- Let it soak for about 15-20 minutes, or until the bulgur has absorbed the water and is tender. If there is any excess water, drain it off by pressing the bulgur through a fine sieve.
- While the bulgur is soaking, dice the tomatoes and finely chop the onion.
- Finely chop the spearmint leaves.
- Once the bulgur is ready, fluff it with a fork and place it in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, and spearmint to the bulgur.
- Pour the olive oil and lemon juice over the bulgur mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss everything together until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
- For the best flavor, let the tabbouleh sit for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Tips:
- Soak the bulgur in hot water for about 20 minutes until it is tender, then drain any excess water before using.
- Use the freshest ingredients you can find for the best flavor.
- Finely chop the tomatoes, onion, and spearmint to ensure an even distribution of flavors.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and olive oil to suit your taste preferences.
- Let the tabbouleh sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Enjoy this super-easy tabbouleh as a refreshing and nutritious dish that can be prepared in no time. The combination of fresh herbs, vegetables, and a zesty dressing makes it a perfect option for a quick lunch or a healthy side. With these simple tips, you'll have a delicious tabbouleh ready to impress your family and friends.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 90 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 50kcal | 2% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 1.72g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 11g | 3% |
| Fiber 2.04g | 5% |
| Sugar 2.33g | 2% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 3.62g | 4% |
| Saturated 0.52g | 2% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 20ug | 2% |
| Choline 7mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 0.02mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 0.79mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 0.09mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B9 14ug | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 11mg | 12% |
| Vitamin E 0.28mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K 4.08ug | 3% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 11mg | 1% |
| Copper, Cu 0.07mg | 7% |
| Iron, Fe 0.41mg | 4% |
| Magnesium, Mg 22mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus, P 45mg | 4% |
| Potassium, K 210mg | 6% |
| Selenium, Se 0.22ug | 0% |
| Sodium, Na 4.25mg | 0% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.30mg | 3% |
| Water | |
| Water 70g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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