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Tabbouleh Recipe

Tabbouleh is a fresh, herb-forward Middle Eastern salad that’s light, zesty, and incredibly refreshing. Packed with parsley, mint, lemon, and olive oil, it’s less about grains and more about vibrant greens and bright flavor. Perfect as a side dish, mezze plate addition, or a cooling salad for warm days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove grated
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
  • Pinch cinnamon
  • 3 cups finely chopped curly parsley about 2 bunches
  • 1 cup diced English cucumber
  • 1 cup cored and diced tomato
  • ⅔ cup cooked bulgur wheat*
  • ⅓ cup finely chopped fresh mint
  • 2 scallions chopped

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, coriander, and cinnamon until well combined.
  2. Add the chopped parsley, cucumber, tomato, cooked bulgur, mint, and scallions to the bowl.
  3. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated and well mixed.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then cover and chill until ready to serve.