Best 11 Green Garlic Tabbouleh Recipes

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Green garlic tabbouleh is a vibrant and flavorful Middle Eastern salad featuring tender green garlic, also known as spring garlic, as its star ingredient. This unique variation on the classic tabbouleh recipe offers a delightful twist on the traditional dish. With its vibrant green color and invigorating aroma, green garlic adds a burst of freshness and a hint of sharpness to the salad. Combined with the nutty flavor of bulgur wheat, the sweetness of tomatoes, and the tang of lemon dressing, this dish tantalizes the taste buds and makes for a refreshing and healthy meal. Whether served as a side dish or enjoyed as a light main course, green garlic tabbouleh is a culinary delight that showcases the beauty and flavors of spring produce.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

TABOULI SALAD RECIPE



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Traditional tabouli salad recipe with parsley, mint, bulgur wheat, finely chopped vegetables and a zesty dressing. Recipe with step-by-step photos.

Provided by The Mediterranean Dish

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup fine bulgur wheat
4 firm Roma tomatoes, very finely chopped
1 English cucumber (hothouse cucumber), very finely chopped
2 bunches parsley, part of the stems removed, washed and well-dried, very finely chopped
12-15 fresh mint leaves, stems removed, washed, well-dried, very finely chopped
4 green onions, white and green parts, very finely chopped
Salt
3-4 tbsp lime juice (lemon juice, if you prefer)
3-4 tbsp Early Harvest extra virgin olive oil
Romaine lettuce leaves to serve, optional

Steps:

  • Wash the bulgur wheat and soak it in water for 5-7 minute. Drain very well (squeeze the bulgur wheat by hand to get rid of any excess water). Set aside.
  • Very finely chop the vegetables, herbs and green onions as indicated above. Be sure to place the tomatoes in a colander to drain excess juice.
  • Place the chopped vegetables, herbs and green onions in a mixing bowl or dish. Add the bulgur and season with salt. Mix gently.
  • Now add the the lime juice and olive oil and mix again.
  • For best results, cover the tabouli and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter. If you like, serve the tabouli with a side of pita and romaine lettuce leaves, which act as wraps or "boats" for the tabouli.
  • Other appetizers to serve next to tabouli salad:Hummus; Baba Ganoush; or Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Sugar 8.5 g, Sodium 396.3 mg, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

GREEN GARLIC TABBOULEH



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This heady version of classic tabbouleh salad is for garlic lovers only. Instead of the salad relying solely on parsley, the green garlic stems add intensity and pungency to the mix, while a touch of mint adds freshness. You can tone down the garlic flavor by increasing the parsley-to-green-garlic ratio if you like, or vice versa. And if you can't get young green garlic with floppy, soft green stems, use scallions or ramp greens instead. Garlic chives will also work. This is best made in late spring when green garlic is just coming into season; it will be at its most tender and mildest then.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     quick, weekday, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, more for the bulgur cooking water
1 cup medium bulgur
2 tablespoons lemon juice, more as needed
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Pinch allspice
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, more for serving
2 1/2 cups coarsely chopped Italian parsley leaves
1 1/4 cups finely chopped green garlic, tender stems and tops only (save the bulbs for another use)
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1 cup diced tomato
1 cup diced cucumber
1 bunch thinly sliced scallions (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, bring 2 cups well-salted water to a boil. Add bulgur; cover and reduce heat to low, and cook until tender, 8 to 12 minutes. Drain in a colander and rinse well under cool water. Drain completely and transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a smaller bowl, whisk together lemon juice, salt, cumin, pepper and allspice; whisk in oil. Pour dressing over bulgur and toss well. Toss in parsley, green garlic, mint, tomato, cucumber and scallions. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Drizzle with more oil just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 230, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 273 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

TABBOULEH



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 31m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup bulghur wheat
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
1/4 cup good olive oil
3 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup minced scallions, white and green parts (1 bunch)
1 cup chopped fresh mint leaves (1 bunch)
1 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley (1 bunch)
1 hothouse cucumber, unpeeled, seeded, and medium-diced
2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the bulghur in a large bowl, pour in the boiling water, and add the lemon juice, olive oil, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Stir, then allow to stand at room temperature for about 1 hour.
  • Add the scallions, mint, parsley, cucumber, tomatoes, 2 teaspoons salt, and the pepper; mix well. Season, to taste, and serve or cover and refrigerate. The flavor will improve if the tabbouleh sits for a few hours.

AUTHENTIC LEBANESE TABBOULEH RECIPE



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This is "the" Tabbouleh recipe that mom is famous for. Fresh, lemony, juicy, and did I say fresh? We hope you like it.

Provided by Edgard

Categories     Salad     Side

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 bunches Italian Parsley (chopped finely, let dry)
1 bunch fresh green mint (chopped finely, let dry)
1 Persian cucumber (chopped finely)
4 tomatoes (medium. chopped finely, drained)
1 white onion ( chopped finely, drained from juice)
1/4 cup Bulgur (or Bulgur, fine cracked wheat #1)
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 teaspoon 7 Spices (Lebanese or Arabic 7-Spices)

Steps:

  • Rinse all vegetables and let dry on a paper towel, especially the parsley and mint.
  • Cut stems off parsley then chop finely. Spread chopped parsley on paper towels and let rest for a few mins in order to get rid of excess moisture.
  • Cut stems off mint, and finely chop the leaves. Spread on a paper towel and let dry.
  • Finely chop tomatoes into small cubes 1/3in then place in strainer to get rid of the excess juice.
  • Finely chop onions, drain then mix with the 7-spices, set aside.
  • Finely chop the cucumber
  • Soak the bulgur in half of the lemon juice with a bit of salt.
  • Only once ready to serve, mix all ingredients together well, drizzle with olive oil and the leftover lemon juice. Add a bit more salt if needed.
  • Serve as a side salad along with some lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 3 Tablespoons, Calories 252 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 332 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 15 g

TABBOULEH I



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A delicious bulgur salad that is filled with tomatoes, green onions, and cucumber. It is seasoned in the traditional way, with fresh mint and lemon juice.

Provided by Candice

Categories     Salad     Grains

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup bulgur
1 ⅔ cups boiling water
⅓ cup olive oil
⅓ cup lemon juice
1 cup chopped green onions
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup chopped fresh mint
3 tomatoes, chopped
1 cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine bulgur and boiling water in a large bowl. Cover, and set aside to soak for 1 hour.
  • Add oil, lemon juice, onions, parsley, mint, tomatoes, and cucumber; toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 303.4 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

TABOULEH



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Tabouleh, also known as tabbouleh, is a classic Middle Eastern salad. The fresh veggies and mint leaves make it light and refreshing on a hot day. -Michael & Mathil Chebat, Lake Ridge, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup bulgur
3 bunches fresh parsley, minced (about 2 cups)
3 large tomatoes, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
5 fresh mint leaves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare bulgur according to package directions; cool. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients. If desired, chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CLASSIC TABBOULEH RECIPE



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Toss bulgur, parsley & more with lemony dressing for this Classic Tabbouleh Recipe. You'll want to make this Middle Eastern tabbouleh recipe every week!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 25m

Yield Makes 10 servings, about 1/2 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup bulgur, uncooked
1-1/2 cups boiling water
1/4 cup olive oil
2 to 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. salt
1 pkg. (4 oz.) ATHENOS Traditional Crumbled Feta Cheese
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/2 cup green onion slices

Steps:

  • Mix bulgur and boiling water in large bowl; cover. Let stand 20 min. or until bulgur is softened.
  • Stir in oil, juice, garlic and salt until well blended.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 260 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

MEDITERRANEAN TABBOULEH



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Fresh, filling and packed with flavor, this is a great make-ahead idea for a snack or mini meal you can enjoy all weekend! -Keith Dreitlein, Cranston, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup bulgur
2 cups boiling water
5 garlic cloves, unpeeled
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp, chopped
3 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 medium cucumber, chopped
1 cup chopped sweet onion
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place bulgur in a large bowl. Stir in boiling water. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed., Meanwhile, place garlic on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Drizzle with 1/2 teaspoon oil. Wrap foil around garlic. Bake at 425° for 15-20 minutes. Cool for 10-15 minutes., Drain bulgur well; transfer to a large serving bowl. Stir in the shrimp, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, green onions, parsley and cilantro. Squeeze softened garlic into a small bowl and mash. Whisk in the lemon juice, salt, pepper and remaining oil; drizzle over salad. Toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LAMB MEATBALLS & GREEN TAHINI TABBOULEH



Lamb meatballs & green tahini tabbouleh image

Combine grains and beetroot with lamb meatballs and a tahini dressing to make this quick and easy supper, which is full of textures and flavours

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner, Supper

Time 27m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tbsp tahini
2 tbsp fat-free yogurt
½ small bunch of parsley
1 lemon, juiced
½ small garlic clove
½ tbsp rapeseed oil
10-12 ready-made lamb meatballs
2 x 250g pouches mixed grains
4 cooked beetroots, chopped
2 spring onions, sliced
200g baby tomatoes, halved
50g pitted black olives, halved
1 cucumber, peeled and cubed
½ tbsp za'atar

Steps:

  • Blend the tahini, yogurt, parsley, lemon juice, garlic, 2-3 tbsp water and a pinch of salt in a food processor until smooth. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan and cook the meatballs over a medium heat for 10-12 mins until cooked through, turning regularly.
  • Warm the grains following pack instructions. Leave to cool a little, then toss with the remaining ingredients. Season. Divide between four plates, top with the meatballs and drizzle over the tahini dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 47 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 24 grams protein, Sodium 0.92 milligram of sodium

TABBOULEH II



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This recipe is the real deal! It's great tasting, healthy and easy to make.

Provided by EPITOPES

Categories     Salad     Grains     Tabbouleh

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup bulgur
½ cup boiling water
1 cup chopped parsley
¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
5 tomatoes, diced
1 onion, finely diced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place the bulgur in a small mixing bowl. Add the boiling water, mix and cover with a towel; Let stand for 1 hour. Drain any excess water.
  • Combine the parsley, mint, tomatoes, onion, olive oil, lemon juice and salt. Add the bulgur; mix well and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 19.6 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

MOROCCAN LAMB WITH TABBOULEH AND CRISPY GARLIC



Moroccan Lamb with Tabbouleh and Crispy Garlic image

Provided by Rick Tramonto

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup bulgur
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons finely chopped flatleaf parsley
2 tablespoons finely diced tomato
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound lamb shank or shoulder
1 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped celery
3 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
2 cups dry red wine
Vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, sliced paper thin

Steps:

  • 1. Add the bulgur to a large pot of lightly salted boiling water. Reduce the heat and simmer the bulgur for 10 to 12 minutes or until just tender. Drain the bulgur in a colander. Allow to cool and then transfer to a small shallow bowl.
  • 2. Add the lemon juice, parsley, tomato, and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and toss until all the grains are coated with the dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate.
  • 3. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • 4. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium-sized, heavy-bottomed casserole or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. When the oil is almost smoking, add the lamb and sear for 8 to 12minutes or until nicely browned on all sides.
  • 5. While the lamb is browning, add the onions, carrots, and celery to the pan along with the thyme. Stir the vegetables occasionally.
  • 6. Add the red wine and cook until reduced to a few tablespoons. Add enough water to cover the lamb and bring to a boil, stirring the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to dissolve any browned solids into the liquid.
  • 7. Remove from the heat and cover the casserole with a tight-fitting lid. Place in the center of the oven and cook for 1 hour or until the meat is tender and almost falling off the bone. Set aside and allow to cool. When cool, refrigerate the lamb until serving. Discard the vegetables and herbs.
  • 8. Pour the vegetable oil into a small, deep saucepan to a depth of 1H inches. Heat over medium heat until a deep-frying thermometer registers 325°F.
  • 9. Fry the garlic slices in the oil for 1 to 2 minutes or until they turn golden. Watch carefully because they fry very quickly. Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon to a paper towel to drain. Transfer to a flat plate, season with salt, and allow to cool completely. As they cool, the fried garlic slices will become very crispy.
  • 10. To serve, pull or cut the meat from the bone and cut into small pieces. Place some of the tabbouleh on each of 6 small plates along with some of the lamb. Top each serving with crispy garlic.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your tabbouleh.
  • Wash the parsley and mint thoroughly before chopping. This will help to remove any dirt or grit.
  • Chop the parsley and mint finely. This will help to release their flavor.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the ingredients. You don't want to overwork the tabbouleh or it will become mushy.
  • Let the tabbouleh rest for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the tabbouleh chilled or at room temperature. It is also delicious as a make-ahead dish.

Conclusion:

Green garlic tabbouleh is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. It is also a healthy and nutritious dish that is packed with vitamins and minerals. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy tabbouleh, give this green garlic version a try. You won't be disappointed!

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