My Secret Tabouli Recipe

Name: My Secret Tabouli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups whole dry wheat berries; 1 quart boiling water; 1 (4 ounce) canripe black olives; 2 cups fresh parsley, minced; ¼ cup mint, minced; 1 cup fresh spinach, coarsely chopped; 1 small red onion, finely chopped; 2 -3 garlic cloves, finely minced; ½ cup sun-dried tomato, soaked and chopped; ½ cup lemon juice; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

2 cups whole dry wheat berries
1 quart boiling water
1 (4 ounce) canripe black olives
2 cups fresh parsley, minced
¼ cup mint, minced
1 cup fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, finely minced
½ cup sun-dried tomato, soaked and chopped
½ cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon soy sauce
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt

1
Cook wheat berries at a high simmer for about 2 hours.
2
This goes a little faster if you soak them overnight.
3
Drain remaining water and run the wheat under cold water for a couple of minutes.
4
Strain and set aside (storing the wheat in the fridge to cool them down while you proceed with the next step is a good idea).
5
Chop olives, parsley, mint, spinach, onion, garlic and tomatoes; put all ingredients in large bowl.
6
Add the wheat berries to bowl.
7
Add lemon juice, soy sauce and olive oil.
8
Mix together well.
9
Add salt to taste.
10
Enjoy!
11
This recipe keeps in the fridge for a least a week if needed.
12
Just add a little lemon juice, if needed.
13
This is a great recipe to make ahead for parties.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups whole dry wheat berries, 1 quart boiling water, 1 (4 ounce) canripe black olives, 2 cups fresh parsley, minced, and more.

Yes, My Secret Tabouli falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

My Secret Tabouli

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Variations & substitutions

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