Best 11 Quick Tabbouleh Recipes

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If you're in search of a healthy and flavorful meal that can be prepared in a snap, look no further than quick tabbouleh. This Middle Eastern salad, bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, is a delightful combination of bulgur, fresh herbs, vegetables, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. It's an excellent choice for a light lunch, an appetizer, or even as a refreshing side dish. Not only is quick tabbouleh incredibly delicious, but it's also packed with nutrients like fiber, protein, and vitamins, making it an ideal addition to your healthy eating regimen. So, get ready to dive into the world of quick tabbouleh and discover how to whip up this delightful salad in just minutes!

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

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

BEST TABBOULEH



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Learn how to make delicious, authentic tabbouleh at home! This tabbouleh (also spelled tabouli) is even better than your favorite Lebanese restaurant's. Recipe yields 6 servings (a little over 1 cup each).

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Salad

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup bulgur
1 cup diced cucumber (1 small-to-medium)
1 cup diced tomato* (1 large)
1 teaspoon fine sea salt, divided
3 medium bunches curly parsley
1/3 cup (2/3 ounce) chopped fresh mint (optional but recommended-you can chop it in the food processor with the parsley)
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice, to taste
1 medium clove garlic, pressed or minced

Steps:

  • Cook or soak the bulgur until tender according to package directions. Drain off any excess water, and set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, combine the diced cucumber and tomato in a medium bowl with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Stir, and let the mixture rest for at least 10 minutes, or until you're ready to mix the salad.
  • To prepare the parsley, cut off the thick stems. Then, finely chop the parsley and remaining stems-you can do this by hand, but it's much easier in a food processor with the standard "S" blade. Process 1 bunch at a time (it should yield about 1 cup chopped), transferring the chopped parsley to a large serving bowl before proceeding with the next.
  • Add the cooled bulgur, chopped fresh mint (if using) and green onion to the bowl of parsley. Strain off and discard the cucumber and tomato juice that has accumulated in the bottom of the bowl (this ensures that your tabbouleh isn't too watery). Add the strained cucumber and tomato to the bowl.
  • In a small measuring cup or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, garlic, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Pour it into the salad and stir to combine. Taste, and adjust if necessary-add another tablespoon of lemon juice for zing, or salt for more overall flavor.
  • If you have the time, let the salad rest for 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors mingle. Otherwise, you can serve it immediately or chill it for later. Tabbouleh will keep well in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Sugar 1.8 g, Sodium 399.1 mg, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

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.

QUICK TABBOULEH



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This refreshing side dish is commonly found in Middle Eastern restaurants and in many delis.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup medium-grind bulgur
Coarse salt and ground pepper
6 plum tomatoes, cored, seeded, and diced
1 English cucumber, seeded and diced
1 cup chopped fresh parsley (from 1 to 2 bunches)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix bulgur with 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt and 2 cups boiling water. Cover bowl, and let sit until bulgur is tender (but still slightly chewy), about 30 minutes. Drain in a fine-mesh sieve, pressing to remove liquid; return to bowl.
  • Add tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, lemon juice, and oil; season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 3 days (bring to room temperature before serving).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 4 g

TABBOULEH



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You've likely had Tabbouleh, a traditional Middle Eastern side dish, many times. Learn how to make this mix of bulgur, tomatoes, cucumbers, scallions, parsley, and mint at home.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup bulgur (cracked wheat)
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 long seedless cucumber, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 cup finely chopped scallions, green and white parts
1 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh mint
Juice of 2 lemons
1/3 cup olive oil
Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Soak the bulgur in hot water for 10 minutes to plump the grains.
  • Drain well and add the tomatoes, cucumber, scallions, parsley, mint, lemon juice, and oil. Toss well and season with salt and pepper.

TABBOULEH



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This fresh and healthy salad uses mostly herbs with a little bulgur wheat

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Side dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

50g bulgur wheat
50g flat-leaf parsley, chopped
50g mint, chopped
200g ripe tomatoes, deseeded and diced
3 spring onions, finely sliced
juice 1 lemon
3 tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • Rinse the bulgur wheat in a sieve until the water runs clear. Drain well, then transfer to a bowl. Pour over 200ml boiling water, cover with cling film and leave to soak for 30 mins or so while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
  • Keeping the parsley in a bunch, chop the leaves roughly. Don't worry about the inclusion of some of the stalks; this all adds to the flavour. Now do the same with the mint. Put the chopped herbs in a large bowl and add the tomato and spring onion.
  • Thoroughly drain the bulgur, then add to herb mix, along with lemon juice and olive oil. Mix thoroughly, season and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 24 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.05 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

TABBOULEH



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Provided by Nancy Harmon Jenkins

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup fine cracked wheat (bulgur)
1 cup water
1 1/2 cups finely minced Italian flat-leaf parsley
2/3 cup finely minced fresh mint
1/4 cup finely chopped scallions
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 large tomato, peeled, seeded, chopped
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2/3 cup lemon juice or more to taste
1 teaspoon salt, if desired
Leaves of crisp romaine lettuce for serving

Steps:

  • Place cracked wheat in a bowl and cover with water. Set aside for approximately 30 minutes until wheat has swelled and softened. Drain wheat, squeezing it in your hands to expel as much water as possible.
  • Place the wheat in a large salad bowl. Add parsley and mint and mix well. Add scallions, onions and tomatoes, using a wooden spoon or your hands to press the vegetables slightly so that they give up their flavors.
  • Add olive oil, lemon juice and salt, if desired. Taste, and add more lemon juice if necessary. The lemon taste should be definite but not overpowering. Set aside, covered, in a cool place for an hour or so until ready to serve.
  • Serve the tabbouleh on a tray lined with crisp romaine lettuce leaves. Diners should use the leaves to scoop up the tabbouleh.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 166, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 362 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

QUINOA TABBOULEH



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Side     Picnic     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Lunch     Quinoa     Summer     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Potluck     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more
2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
1 large English hothouse cucumber or 2 Persian cucumbers, cut into 1/4" pieces
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
2/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
2 scallions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Bring quinoa, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 1/4 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • Meanwhile, whisk lemon juice and garlic in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Spread out quinoa on a large rimmed baking sheet; let cool. Transfer to a large bowl; mix in 1/4 cup dressing. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover remaining dressing and quinoa separately; chill.
  • Add cucumber, tomatoes, herbs, and scallions to bowl with quinoa; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Drizzle remaining dressing over.

TABBOULEH



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     project, salads and dressings

Time 4h15m

Yield Six servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup bulgur wheat
3 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 onion, minced
1/2 cup minced fresh mint
1/2 cup minted fresh flat-leaf parsley
Juice of 2 lemons
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place the bulgur in a bowl with cold water to cover and allow it to soften for 2 to 3 hours. Wrap in a clean kitchen towel and drain.
  • Drain excess liquid from the tomatoes and cucumber. In a large bowl, combine the bulgur, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, mint and parsley. Add the lemon juice, oil and salt and mix well. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 272, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 454 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

TABBOULEH RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: fresh parsley, medium tomatoes, salt, fresh lemon juice, fine grain bulgur, water, english cucumber, scallions, olive oil, salt, pepper, fresh mint leaf

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 bunches fresh parsley
2 medium tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup fresh lemon juice, plus 2 tbsp, divided
½ cup fine grain bulgur, or medium grain, rinsed and drained
1 cup water
1 english cucumber, diced
2 scallions, thinly sliced
½ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons fresh mint leaf, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Use a fork to de-stem the parsley. Pick any remaining leaves with your fingers. Compost or save the stems for vegetable stock.
  • Chop the parsley very finely and transfer to a medium bowl.
  • Mince the tomatoes and transfer to a fine-mesh strainer, then set the strainer over another medium bowl. Sprinkle the tomatoes with a pinch of salt and mix. Let stand for 30 minutes, tossing occasionally, then add to the bowl with the parsley. Discard all but 2 tablespoons of the tomato water.
  • Rinse the bulgur in a fine-mesh strainer under cold running water and drain well.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, the bulgur, and water to the bowl with the reserved tomato water. Let stand until the grains are beginning to soften, about 1 hour or according to package instructions.
  • Add the cucumber, scallions, mint, olive oil, soaked bulgur, remaining lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the parsley and tomatoes. Toss to combine. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh mint, you can use dried mint, but use only half the amount.
  • You can also add other herbs to your tabbouleh, such as parsley, cilantro, or dill.
  • If you're using bulgur that isn't pre-cooked, be sure to cook it according to the package directions before assembling the salad.
  • Tabbouleh is best served chilled, so make it ahead of time and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Tabbouleh is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It's also a healthy and nutritious dish, packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber. So next time you're looking for a light and easy lunch or dinner, give tabbouleh a try. You won't be disappointed!

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