🥗 Tabbouleh (Fresh Mediterranean Parsley Salad)

🥬 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

For the Salad:

• 1 cup fresh parsley, very finely chopped

• ½ cup fresh mint, finely chopped

• 2 medium tomatoes, small diced

• 3 Tbsp fine bulgur wheat

• 2 green spring onions, sliced (or ¼ small red onion finely diced)

For the Dressing:

• 1 big lemon, juiced

• 3–4 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• Optional: pinch of sumac for extra tang

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the bulgur

• Add bulgur to a small bowl.

• Pour 3–4 tablespoons of hot water, just enough to cover.

• Let it soak for 10 minutes until soft, then drain any extra water.

• Fluff with a fork.

Step 2: Chop the herbs

• Chop parsley very finely (this is the signature texture).

• Do the same with the mint and green onions.

Step 3: Mix the salad

In a large bowl, combine:

• Parsley

• Mint

• Tomatoes

• Soaked bulgur

• Green onions

Step 4: Add dressing

Whisk together:

• Lemon juice

• Olive oil

• Salt

• Black pepper

Pour over the salad and toss gently.

🌿 Tips for Perfect Tabbouleh

• Use lots of parsley; bulgur is just a small background ingredient.

• Tabbouleh tastes even better after 15–20 minutes of resting.

• Use the ripest tomatoes for best flavor.

• Chop the herbs very finely — it gives the salad its authentic texture.

🍽️ How to Serve

• With grilled chicken, fish, or shawarma

• With hummus and warm pita

• As part of a mezze platter

• Inside wraps or bowls