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Authentic Lebanese Tabouli Salad Recipe

Tabouli is a traditional Middle Eastern salad made with bulgur wheat, fresh herbs, and a tang dressing, always refreshing and bursting with flavor. This dish is perfect as a side dish or a lunch option.

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Ingredients

number of servings
4
  • 1 Cup bulgur wheat Added to
  • 2 cups boiling water Added to
  • 1 volume fresh parsley, finely Added to
  • 12 volume fresh mint leaves, finely Added to
  • 3 tomatoes, diced Added to
  • 1 cucumber, diced Added to
  • 12 red bell pepper, diced Added to
  • Juice of two lemons Added to
  • 3 tbls olive oil Added to
  • salt and pepper Added to
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Directions

30 min.
1. Step

Put the bulgur wheat in a bowl and pour in the water. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit for about 15 minutes until the wheat is tender.

2. Step

Fluff bulgur wheat with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.

3. Step

3 Add the chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumber, and pepper to the bowl of bulgur. Mix well to combine.

4. Step

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

5. Step

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.

6. Step

Adjust the seasoning with more lemon juice, salt, or pepper if needed.

7. Step

Let the tabouli sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

8. Step

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

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