My Secret Tabouli
Discover the tantalizing fresh flavors of "My Secret Tabouli," a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired salad that elevates traditional tabouli with a surprising twist—juicy pomegranate seeds. Packed with finely chopped fresh parsley, fragrant mint, ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and hearty bulgur wheat, this dish is a refreshing medley of textures and flavors. A zesty dressing of lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, and a hint of ground cumin adds a citrusy, earthy depth that ties everything together. Perfect as a light main or an irresistible side, this no-cook recipe is easy to prepare, ready in under 30 minutes, and an absolute crowd-pleaser. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, and don’t forget the optional pomegranate pop for a unique, sweet-tangy touch! Keywords: Mediterranean tabouli, fresh parsley salad, bulgur wheat recipes, homemade tabouli recipe, pomegranate tabouli twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 bunches fresh parsley
- 0.5 bunch fresh mint leaves
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 cup bulgur wheat
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 green onions
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup pomegranate seeds (optional, secret twist)
Instructions
Rinse the bulgur wheat in a fine mesh sieve under cold running water. Place it in a bowl and cover with warm water. Let it soak for 15-20 minutes, then drain well and squeeze out any excess water.
Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves. Ensure no large stems remain.
Dice the tomatoes and cucumber into small, uniform pieces.
Thinly slice the green onions, both the white and green parts.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, and soaked bulgur.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the tabouli mixture and toss gently but thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
If using pomegranate seeds, sprinkle them over the salad just before serving for a sweet and tangy twist.
Let the tabouli rest in the fridge for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1051 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.6 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2421 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.9 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.9 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2308 mg | 49% | |
*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.
