Best 7 Fruity Tabbouleh With Feta Recipes

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Fruity tabbouleh with feta is a delightful vegetarian dish brimming with vibrant flavors and textures. Made with bulgur wheat as its base, this zesty salad features a refreshing blend of fresh herbs, juicy fruits, and tangy feta cheese. Originating from the Middle East, tabbouleh is a versatile dish popular worldwide and is often served as a refreshing appetizer or as a side dish. If you're looking for a healthy and flavor-packed recipe to impress your family and friends, look no further. In this article, we will present you with a step-by-step guide to make the most delicious fruity tabbouleh with feta, bursting with Mediterranean charm.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FRUITED TABBOULEH WITH WALNUTS AND FETA



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Here's a simple and terrific side for a Mediterranean meal. Mix up the salad in 20 minutes, then chill and serve.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup uncooked bulgur
1 cup boiling water
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 medium cucumber, seeded, chopped (about 1 cup chopped)
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1/3 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf (Italian) parsley, chopped
1/3 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 orange, peeled, sectioned and chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • Place bulgur in large heatproof bowl. Pour boiling water over bulgur; stir. Let stand about 1 hour or until water is absorbed.
  • Stir in orange juice, oil, cucumber, onion, cranberries, parsley, mint, orange peel and salt; toss well. Cover; refrigerate 2 to 3 hours or until well chilled.
  • Just before serving, stir in chopped orange; sprinkle with walnuts and feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1/2 Cup), Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

FRUITY TABBOULEH WITH FETA



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Use up a few storecupboard staples in this bulgur wheat salad packed with dried fruit, nuts and herbs

Provided by Ren Behan

Categories     Lunch, Main course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

100g bulgur wheat
6 tbsp olive oil
100g couscous
200g mixed shelled nut , roughly chopped (any mixture of almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, pecans and pistachios)
200g mixed dried fruit , large fruit chopped (any mixture of raisins, sultanas, apricots, dates and cranberries)
zest and juice 2 lemons
small pack mint , leaves roughly chopped
small pack flat-leaf parsley , leaves roughly chopped
2 garlic cloves , crushed
100g feta cheese , crumbled
grilled lamb or pork chops , to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Boil the kettle. Put the bulgur wheat in a sieve and rinse with cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and transfer to a mixing bowl. Pour over 200ml boiling water and 1 tbsp olive oil, cover with a plate and leave to soak for 30 mins. Meanwhile, put the couscous into a second mixing bowl with 1 tbsp olive oil, just cover with boiling water, then cover with a plate and leave to stand for 5-10 mins.
  • Once the bulgur wheat and couscous are ready, put them in a mixing bowl and fluff up the grains with a fork. Stir through the nuts and dried fruit, too.
  • Whisk together the lemon zest and juice, herbs, remaining olive oil and the garlic. Pour over the grains, nuts and fruit, and stir everything together well with some seasoning. Transfer to a serving plate, scatter with the crumbled feta, and serve with grilled lamb or pork chops, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 829 calories, Fat 50 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 72 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 35 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium

FRUITED TABBOULEH



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 1/2 cups bulgur wheat
1 1/2 cups California seedless grapes
1/2 cup minced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
1 medium orange, peeled and diced
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
6 butter lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil in a medium saucepan; stir in bulgur and turn off heat. Cover and set aside for 25 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool completely.
  • Stir in grapes, onion, mint and orange. In a small bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, sugar, salt, ginger, cumin and pepper. Pour over bulgur and toss well.
  • Nutritional Analysis: Calories 286; Protein 5 g; Fat 14 g; Calories from Fat 43%; Carbohydrate 38 g; Cholesterol 2 mg; Fiber 7 g; Sodium 715 mg.

FARRO TABBOULEH WITH FETA



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups pearled farro (1 pound)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 hothouse cucumbers, unpeeled, halved, seeded, and 1/2-inch diced
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
8 scallions, green and white parts, thinly sliced diagonally
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh parsley (2 bunches)
1 cup julienned fresh mint leaves (2 bunches)
1 cup good olive oil
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 to 3 lemons)
12 ounces feta, 1/2-inch diced (not crumbled!)
3/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives, drained

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain the farro and place it in a large saucepan with 4 cups water and 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, until tender. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, combine the cucumbers, chickpeas, scallions, parsley, and mint in a very large bowl.
  • In a 2-cup glass measuring cup, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Add the hot farro to the vegetables and herbs, pour the dressing on top, and stir to combine. Carefully stir in the feta, olives, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Serve at room temperature.

SHRIMP & FETA TABBOULEH



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I saw this recipe in a Women's Health magazine, tried it, and absolutely fell in love with it. It's the perfect summer salad - super healthy, not at all heavy and really fills you up. It says that its 4 portions but i think it's actually only 3, especially if you're eating it as a main dish. Try it, i promise you'll love it!

Provided by sweetstef

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup bulgur (usually found near rice in supermarkets)
1 2/3 cups water
1 lemon, juice of
12 ounces shrimp, cooked
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine bulgur, water and 2 tablespoons lemon juice; bring to a boil. Cover and simmer until tender, about 12-15 minutes Drain any excess water and let cool.
  • Place chopped shrimp in large serving bowl. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons lemon juice and fresh ground pepper. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in cucumber, tomatoes, onion, parsley, oil and feta. Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  • Stir in cooled bulgur and toss.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.6, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 182.3, Sodium 412.5, Carbohydrate 24.1, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 3.3, Protein 24.2

COUSCOUS TABBOULEH WITH FRESH MINT & FETA



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Using couscous instead of bulgur for tabbouleh really speeds up the process of making this colorful salad. Other quick-cooking grains, such as barley or quinoa, also work well. -Elodie Rosinovsky, Brighton, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup water
1/2 cup uncooked couscous
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 large tomato, chopped
1/2 English cucumber, halved and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons minced fresh mint
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5-8 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork. , In a large bowl, combine the beans, tomato and cucumber. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, lemon zest, oil and seasonings. Drizzle over bean mixture. Add couscous; toss to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate until chilled. Sprinkle with cheese. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

TABBOULEH WITH AVOCADO AND FETA CHEESE



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Categories     Salad     Dairy     Herb     Vegetable     Vegetarian     Feta     Avocado     Fall     Bulgur     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups hot water
1/2 cup bulgur*
12 ounces plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
4 green onions, chopped
§ cucumber, peeled, seeded, finely chopped
4 radishes, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 avocados, pitted, peeled, sliced

Steps:

  • Combine 1 1/2 cups hot water and bulgur in large bowl. Cover tightly and let stand until bulgur is tender, about 45 minutes. Strain bulgur. Place bulgur in clean dry towel and squeeze out any excess liquid. Return bulgur to bowl.
  • Add tomatoes, parsley, onions, cucumber, radishes, cheese, mint and lemon peel to bulgur. Stir to combine. Whisk oil and lemon juice in medium bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Add all but 2 tablespoons dressing to bulgur mixture. Toss to combine. Season tabbouleh to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add avocado slices to remaining dressing; toss to coat. Mound tabbouleh on platter. Garnish with avocado slices.

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients ahead of time: This will help you save time and ensure that your tabbouleh is nice and fresh.
  • Choose the right bulgur: Coarse bulgur is the traditional choice for tabbouleh, but you can also use fine bulgur if you prefer a softer texture.
  • Don't overcook the bulgur: It should be al dente, with a slight bite to it.
  • Use fresh herbs: Parsley, mint, and cilantro are the classic herbs used in tabbouleh. Be sure to chop them finely so that they distribute evenly throughout the salad.
  • Add some sweetness: Dried cranberries, chopped apricots, or even a squeeze of lemon juice can help to balance out the tartness of the tomatoes and herbs.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make tabbouleh, so feel free to add your own favorite ingredients. Some popular additions include roasted vegetables, nuts, and seeds.

Conclusion:

Tabbouleh is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It's packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and bulgur, and it's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give tabbouleh a try!

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