Paleo Taboule
Paleo Taboule is a fresh, vibrant twist on the classic Mediterranean dish, reinvented for paleo enthusiasts. This grain-free recipe swaps traditional bulgur for riced cauliflower, creating a light and nutrient-packed base. Finely chopped parsley and mint bring a refreshing burst of flavor, complemented by juicy diced tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and aromatic green onions. A tangy dressing made with fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and a hint of sea salt and black pepper ties it all together. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this healthy taboule is perfect for a quick lunch, a side dish at dinner, or even as a make-ahead option for meal prep. Gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and bursting with fresh flavors, it's a guilt-free crowd-pleaser that showcases wholesome ingredients at their best.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Cauliflower head (medium, riced)
- 2 cups Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cups Fresh mint leaves (finely chopped)
- 2 medium pieces Tomatoes (diced)
- 1 medium piece Cucumber (diced)
- 3 pieces Green onions (thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil (extra virgin)
- 0.5 teaspoons Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until it resembles the texture of rice. Alternatively, use pre-riced cauliflower.
Transfer the riced cauliflower to a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves. Add them to the bowl with the cauliflower rice.
Dice the tomatoes and cucumber, and thinly slice the green onions. Add them to the mixture in the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the cauliflower mixture and toss well to combine.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lemon juice, if needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
812 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.5 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1669 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.2 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 35.5 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1553 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 48.6 mg | 270% | |
| Potassium | 7153 mg | 152% | |
*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.
