Gluten-Free Taboule
Discover the vibrant flavors of Gluten-Free Taboule, a fresh and wholesome twist on the classic Middle Eastern salad, perfect for those avoiding gluten! In this recipe, nutrient-rich quinoa replaces traditional bulgur wheat, making it suitable for gluten-sensitive diets while retaining all the signature zesty, herbal notes. Tossed with finely chopped parsley and mint, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and bright green onions, this dish is bursting with freshness. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a splash of tangy lemon juice tie everything together beautifully. Ready in just 35 minutes, Gluten-Free Taboule makes an ideal chilled side dish, refreshing salad, or light meal that’s easy to prepare and irresistibly flavorful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
- 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 medium English cucumber, diced
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water in a fine mesh sieve to remove any bitterness from the natural coating.
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa and a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa has absorbed all the water.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the quinoa sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Then fluff the quinoa with a fork and allow it to cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until well incorporated.
Add the chopped parsley, mint, green onions, cucumber, and tomatoes to the quinoa mixture. Toss gently to combine.
Season with black pepper and adjust the salt or lemon juice to taste.
Chill the taboule in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the gluten-free taboule chilled or at room temperature as a salad, side dish, or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
970 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2555 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.1 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 984 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 33.2 mg | 184% | |
| Potassium | 3995 mg | 85% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
