Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our exquisite Couscous Tabbouleh with Fresh Mint and Feta recipe. This refreshing and healthy salad combines the nutty flavor of couscous with the zesty freshness of chopped parsley, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Infused with the aromatic essence of mint and the tangy bite of lemon juice, this tabbouleh is a delightful explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Served alongside three additional tantalizing recipes - a classic Hummus with Tahini, a flavorful Falafel with Tahini Sauce, and a refreshing Mint Lemonade with Honey - this article offers a complete Middle Eastern feast that will transport you to the heart of the region's culinary heritage. Get ready to indulge in a symphony of tastes and aromas as you explore these delectable dishes.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
QUINOA TABBOULEH WITH FETA
This quinoa tabbouleh is one of my go-to recipes. Quinoa, a grain that originated in South America, is considered a superfood because it contains more protein than most grains. It has a nutty flavor that tastes wonderful with the cucumbers, tomatoes, scallions, feta and mint, and it's a great gluten-free alternative to traditional bulgur wheat. Best of all, you can make this salad ahead; if it sits at room temperature for a few hours, the lemon vinaigrette really has time to soak into the quinoa and vegetables, so the salad is even more delicious!
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pour 2 cups of water into a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the quinoa and 1 teaspoon of salt, lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes, until the grains are tender and open (they'll have little curly tails). Drain, place in a bowl and immediately add the lemon juice, olive oil and 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt.*
- In a large bowl, combine the scallions, mint, parsley, cucumber, tomatoes, 1 to 2 teaspoons of salt* and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Add the quinoa and mix well. Carefully fold in the feta and taste for seasonings. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate and serve cold.
- * Ina uses Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt, which is coarser than other brands; if you are using a finer-grain kosher salt such as Morton, use the smaller amount.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 25 milligrams, Sodium 341 milligrams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 2 grams
ISRAELI COUSCOUS TABOULI
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Time 28m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a medium-size saucepan of salted water to a boil over medium heat. Add the couscous and cook until al dente, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain the couscous and set aside to cool. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and zest with the olive oil to make a vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large serving bowl, mix together the couscous, parsley, cilantro, mint, tomatoes, and scallions. Toss with the vinaigrette and season to taste. Allow it to sit for at least a half hour so the flavors can marry.
COUSCOUS TABBOULEH
Steps:
- In a saucepan combine the broth, the water, 1/4 cup of the lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of the oil, bring the mixture to a boil, and stir in the couscous. Cover the pan, remove it from the heat, and let the couscous stand for 5 minutes. Fluff the couscous with a fork and let it cool in the pan. In a very large bowl stir together the cucumber pieces, the tomato dice, the scallion, the remaining 1/3 cup oil, the remaining 1/4 cup lemon juice, and salt to taste and let the mixture stand for 15 minutes. Add the couscous, the parsley, and the mint leaves, stir the salad well, and chill it, covered, for 1 hour. The salad may be made 2 days in advance and kept covered and chilled. Serve the salad garnished with the mint sprigs and the cucumber and tomato slices.
FRUITY TABBOULEH WITH FETA
Use up a few storecupboard staples in this bulgur wheat salad packed with dried fruit, nuts and herbs
Provided by Ren Behan
Categories Lunch, Main course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Boil the kettle. Put the bulgur wheat in a sieve and rinse with cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and transfer to a mixing bowl. Pour over 200ml boiling water and 1 tbsp olive oil, cover with a plate and leave to soak for 30 mins. Meanwhile, put the couscous into a second mixing bowl with 1 tbsp olive oil, just cover with boiling water, then cover with a plate and leave to stand for 5-10 mins.
- Once the bulgur wheat and couscous are ready, put them in a mixing bowl and fluff up the grains with a fork. Stir through the nuts and dried fruit, too.
- Whisk together the lemon zest and juice, herbs, remaining olive oil and the garlic. Pour over the grains, nuts and fruit, and stir everything together well with some seasoning. Transfer to a serving plate, scatter with the crumbled feta, and serve with grilled lamb or pork chops, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 829 calories, Fat 50 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 72 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 35 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium
COUSCOUS TABBOULEH
Couscous tabbouleh is popular throughout France. In summer, add a pound of finely chopped tomatoes to the mix.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, side dish
Time 45m
Yield Serves four to six
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put the couscous in a glass or ceramic bowl, and toss with the salt and cumin. Mix together 1/4 cup of the lemon juice and the water, and pour over the couscous. Let sit for 30 minutes, stirring the mixture from time to time or rubbing between your fingers and thumbs to prevent it from lumping. Cover with a plate, and microwave on 100 per cent power for one minute; or line a steamer with a kitchen towel, place the couscous in it and steam for 10 minutes. Carefully remove the plate, or remove from the steamer, and return to the bowl. Stir in the remaining lemon juice and the olive oil, and allow to cool. Toss with the remaining ingredients, except the lettuce leaves. Taste and adjust seasonings. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve, using the romaine lettuce leaves as scoopers.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 209, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 376 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- To make the couscous fluffy, be sure to rinse it well before cooking and then fluff it with a fork after it has been cooked.
- If you don't have any fresh mint, you can use dried mint instead. However, fresh mint will give the dish a much more vibrant flavor.
- If you are vegan, you can omit the feta cheese or use a vegan alternative.
- Tabbouleh can be served as a main course, a side dish, or an appetizer.
Conclusion:
Tabbouleh is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are a vegetarian, vegan, or meat-eater, there is a tabbouleh recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful dish to serve, give tabbouleh a try.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love