Taboo-less Tabouleh Recipe

Name: Taboo-less Tabouleh
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry bulgur; 1/2 cup boiling water; 2 scallions, tips trimmed; 1/2 cup (packed measure) fresh parsley; 10 medium-size fresh mint leaves; 1/2 teaspoon minced or crushed garlic; 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 small cucumber, seeded and finely minced (peeling optional); Haif a small bell pepper (a yellow or orange one, if possible), finely minced; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 medium-size ripe tomato, cut into tiny dice

Servings: persons

1/2 cup dry bulgur
1/2 cup boiling water
2 scallions, tips trimmed
1/2 cup (packed measure) fresh parsley
10 medium-size fresh mint leaves
1/2 teaspoon minced or crushed garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 small cucumber, seeded and finely minced (peeling optional)
Haif a small bell pepper (a yellow or orange one, if possible), finely minced
Freshly ground black pepper
1 medium-size ripe tomato, cut into tiny dice

1
Combine the bulgur and boiling water in a medium-size bowl, and cover the bowl with a plate.
2
Let stand for 20 minutes.
3
Cut the scallions into large pieces (including the green parts) and place in the small bowl of a food processor (or in a mini food processor) with the parsley and mint, and chop until tiny.
4
(Or, if you dont have a food processor, use a sharp knife to do this job.)
5
Add the garlic, salt, half the olive oil, and half the lemon juice to the bulgur and stir well.
6
Stir in the minced herbs and all the other ingredients, including the remaining olive oil and lemon juice.
7
Cover tightly and refrigerate until serving time.

352

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Carbs

Protein

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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: 1/2 cup dry bulgur, 1/2 cup boiling water, 2 scallions, tips trimmed, 1/2 cup (packed measure) fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Taboo-less Tabouleh 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!

Taboo-less Tabouleh

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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