Healthy Lebanese Tabbouleh No Tomato No Cucumber Version
Elevate your salad game with this refreshing and *Healthy Lebanese Tabbouleh*—a no-tomato, no-cucumber spin on the classic recipe! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh parsley, mint, and zesty lemon, this nutrient-packed dish swaps heavy ingredients for a light and wholesome twist. Tender fine bulgur wheat provides a hearty base, perfectly complemented by green onions and a drizzle of silky extra virgin olive oil. Ready in just 20 minutes and entirely no-cook, this quick and easy recipe is perfect as a healthy side dish or light meal. Whether you're looking for a gluten-friendly alternative or simply an herb-forward salad, this tabbouleh is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups fine bulgur wheat
- 0.5 cups boiling water
- 2 bunches fresh parsley
- 1 bunch fresh mint leaves
- 4 stalks green onions
- 0.25 cups extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cups fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the fine bulgur wheat with boiling water. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and allow it to soak for 10 minutes until the bulgur absorbs the water and becomes tender.
While the bulgur is soaking, rinse the parsley and mint thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit. Pat them dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.
Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves, discarding thick stems. Place the chopped herbs in a large mixing bowl.
Trim off the ends of the green onions, then finely slice the white and light green parts. Add the sliced onions to the mixing bowl with the herbs.
Once the bulgur is tender, fluff it with a fork to break apart any clumps, then add it to the mixing bowl with the herbs and green onions.
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the herb and bulgur mixture, then toss everything together gently until evenly combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
Serve immediately as a fresh side dish or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
923 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.1 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2463 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.3 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 345 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1837 mg | 39% | |
*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.
