Mediterranean diet recipe: Fresh Tabbouleh Salad (20 Minutes)
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Fresh Tabbouleh Salad (20 Minutes)

Parsley-packed tabbouleh with bulgur, lemon, and olive oil is a classic Mediterranean diet lunch. Light, easy, and ready in 20 minutes today.

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Prep Time
20 min
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Cook Time
0 min
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Servings
6
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Difficulty
easy

🥘 Ingredients

Salad

  • 2 bunches fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fine bulgur, soaked
  • 4 tomatoes, diced
  • 4 green onions, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • Salt to taste

📝 Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak bulgur in hot water 15 minutes until tender. Drain well and squeeze out excess moisture.

  2. 2

    Combine parsley, mint, tomatoes, and green onions in a large bowl.

  3. 3

    Add bulgur and toss with olive oil and lemon juice.

  4. 4

    Season with salt, chill 30 minutes if time allows, and serve.

    💡 Tip: Use more parsley than bulgur for authentic Lebanese style.

📊 Nutrition Facts

Calories165
Protein4g
Carbohydrates18g
Fat10g
Fiber5g

Per serving

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