Fresh Tabbouleh

A wonderful fresh and healthy salad alternative to any meal. Especially delicious in the warmer months when fresh local ingredients are in abundance. Trying other versions of this Middle Eastern staple has left me with the knowledge that this particular salad has the right combination of ingredients.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 183 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup hot water
• ½ cup olive oil
• ¼ cup lemon juice
• ¼ teaspoon chili powder
• 1 cup diced tomato
• 6 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
• ½ cup diced green bell pepper
• ½ cup peeled and diced cucumber
• ¾ cup bulgur
• 2 cups chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Whisk lemon juice, kosher salt, seasoned salt, and chili powder together in a bowl. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking rapidly until dressing is thick and creamy.

Step 2

Pour hot water over bulgur in a bowl; let soak until water is absorbed and bulgur is soft, about 30 minutes.

Step 3

Mix parsley, tomato, green bell pepper, cucumber, green onions, and mint together in a large bowl. Add bulgur; toss to combine.

Step 4

Drizzle dressing over bulgur mixture; toss to coat.