Lobster Tabbouleh with Basil
Elevate your summer dining with this Lobster Tabbouleh with Basil, a refreshing twist on the classic Middle Eastern salad. Featuring tender bulgur wheat as the base and loaded with colorful, crisp vegetables like diced English cucumber and juicy cherry tomatoes, this recipe is brightened by fresh herbs, including fragrant basil and parsley. Sweet, succulent chunks of lobster take center stage, paired perfectly with a simple yet zesty lemon and olive oil dressing. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is a breeze to prepare and can be served chilled or at room temperature, making it ideal for warm-weather gatherings or a light, luxurious meal. Perfectly balanced with vibrant textures and flavors, this gourmet tabbouleh is sure to impress your taste buds and dinner guests alike.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces lobster tails, cooked and chopped
- 1 cup bulgur wheat
- 1.5 cups hot water
- 0.25 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.25 cup olive oil, extra virgin
- 1 medium English cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Place the bulgur wheat in a large heatproof bowl and pour the hot water over it. Cover the bowl with a plate or plastic wrap and let it sit for 15-20 minutes, or until the bulgur has absorbed the water and is tender.
Fluff the bulgur with a fork and set aside to cool. If there's any residual water, drain it off using a fine mesh sieve.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, chopped parsley, basil, green onions, and the cooked lobster.
Add the cooled bulgur to the vegetable and lobster mixture, then pour the dressing over the top.
Gently toss everything together until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Transfer the Lobster Tabbouleh to a serving dish and garnish with a sprinkle of chopped basil, if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1624 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.9 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 180 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 2802 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.4 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.6 g | 174% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g | ||
| Protein | 92.5 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1344 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 27.2 mg | 151% | |
| Potassium | 4799 mg | 102% | |
*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.
