tabbouleh

5 Pinches
Vancouver, BC
Updated on Feb 21, 2016

Good make-ahead dish. It is also good for a single person or a couple because it keeps well in the refrigerator. I like it in the Summer when my parsley and mint are abundant.

prep time 1 Hr 15 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
yield 6 - 8

Ingredients

  • 1 cup bulgur wheat, uncooked
  • 1 medium onion
  • 5 - tomatoes
  • 1 medium english cucumber
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped mint
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • - pepper
  • - mint leaves for garnish

How To Make tabbouleh

  • Step 1
    Cover the bulgar with water and let stand for at least one hour until it has softened.
  • Step 2
    Chop onions, tomatoes and cucumber. Set aside.
  • Step 3
    Taste the bulgar and, if the grains are soft yet chewy, drain and place in a clean towel. Squeeze the bulgar dry and place in a bowl.
  • Step 4
    Add the onions, tomatoes, parsley and mint. Stir in the lemon juice, oil and pepper to taste.
  • Step 5
    Garnish with mint leaves before serving. Tabbouleh will keep for at least a week in the refrigerator.

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