Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 to 3 bunches curly parsley, finely chopped (about 3 cups)
- 1 cup diced English cucumber
- 1 cup chopped Roma tomato (about 3 medium tomatoes)
- ⅓ cup mint leaves, finely chopped
- 4 green onions, finely sliced
- ¼ cup finely chopped dill (optional)
- ½ cup dry fine bulgur wheat
Dressing Ingredients
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 garlic clove, minced or pressed
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- ⅛ teaspoon cardamom
Instructions
- Combine Vegetables and Herbs: In a large bowl, add the finely chopped curly parsley, diced English cucumber, chopped Roma tomatoes, chopped mint leaves, finely sliced green onions, and optional finely chopped dill. Toss all these ingredients gently to mix them evenly.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a medium-sized mixing bowl or a jar, combine the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, sea salt, and all the spices—cumin, cinnamon, allspice, ground coriander, nutmeg, cloves, and cardamom. Whisk thoroughly or shake well if using a jar until the dressing is well emulsified.
- Mix Bulgur and Dressing: Add the dry fine bulgur wheat and the prepared dressing to the large bowl with the herb and vegetable mixture. Gently stir or toss all ingredients together to coat everything evenly with the dressing and to distribute the bulgur uniformly throughout the salad.
- Refrigerate to Mingle Flavors: Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 hours. This resting period allows the bulgur to soften as it absorbs the dressing and the flavors of the spices and herbs to meld beautifully.
- Final Touches Before Serving: Before serving, give the salad a final stir and taste for seasoning. Adjust by adding additional lemon juice or salt as desired to brighten the flavors and enhance taste.
Notes
- For best texture, ensure the bulgur is fine and dry; it will soften nicely during refrigeration without soaking too much liquid.
- Allowing the salad to rest helps the flavors develop fully and makes the bulgur tender.
- Tabouli is best served chilled or at room temperature for optimal flavor.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and spices to your preference, especially if you prefer a milder or stronger flavor profile.
- If you prefer, soak the bulgur in cold water for 10 minutes before mixing to soften it quicker.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegan
