Tabbouleh
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Vegan Levantine

Tabbouleh

A bright Levantine parsley salad built around tender bulgur, ripe tomato, fresh mint, and a lively lemon dressing. Fine chopping keeps every forkful balanced and refreshingly herb-forward.

40 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
Combine the rinsed bulgur, water, and half of the salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 8 minutes, until the grains are tender but still slightly chewy.
2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and leave it covered for 5 minutes. Spread the bulgur on a wide plate or shallow tray and cool completely, about 15 minutes.
Cooled bulgur spread in a thin layer before assembling tabbouleh AI-generated image
3
While the bulgur cools, finely chop the parsley and mint, then combine them with the diced tomato and sliced scallion in a large bowl. Keep the cuts small and even so the salad remains cohesive.
4
Whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, remaining salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until the dressing looks lightly emulsified and the salt has dissolved.
5
Add the cooled bulgur and dressing to the herb mixture. Toss gently until the grains are evenly coated and the tomato, herbs, and scallion are distributed throughout.
Vibrant tabbouleh tossed with parsley, mint, tomato, and bulgur AI-generated image
6
Rest the tabbouleh at room temperature for 20 minutes so the bulgur absorbs the dressing. Taste and adjust the salt or lemon, then serve cool or slightly below room temperature.

Why this recipe works

A small amount of bulgur gives the salad pleasant chew without competing with the parsley. Lemon and olive oil season the grains and herbs, while tomato and mint provide juiciness and lift.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The herbs will soften slightly, while the flavor becomes more rounded.

How to reheat it

Do not reheat. Serve chilled or allow the salad to stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition / serving

255kcal
5.64 gprotein
29.98 gcarbs
14.34 gfat
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Published 20 Aug 2026 · updated 21 Aug 2026