Alternative Tabbouleh (Tabouli)

This is not traditional middle-eastern tabbouleh and does not contain any parsley. It features broccoli, cranberries, cucumber, and fresh mint. Not only is this salad delicious, but it is also packed with nutrients.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 130 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ¼ cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ½ red onion, diced
• black pepper to taste
• 1 large tomato, diced
• 1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, or more to taste
• 1 cup bulgur wheat
• 1 cup finely chopped broccoli florets

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Stir water, lemon juice, olive oil, mint, salt, and pepper together in a large container with a lid; add bulgur wheat, stir to coat, and soak in refrigerator until bulgur is soft, 3 hours to overnight.

Step 2

Mix tomato, cucumber, red onion, broccoli, and dried cranberries together in a large bowl; add bulgur wheat mixture and stir to coat.