Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of the Middle East with our tantalizing Lebanese-style tabbouleh. This refreshing and flavorful salad, pronounced "tah-boo-lee," is a symphony of vibrant herbs, tangy lemon, and the nutty crunch of bulgur wheat. As you delve into this authentic recipe, you'll discover a harmonious blend of fresh parsley, mint, tomatoes, and crisp cucumber, all harmoniously united in a zesty vinaigrette. But that's not all; this comprehensive guide also unveils variations of this beloved dish, including a delightful quinoa tabbouleh, a vegan tabbouleh bursting with plant-based goodness, and a keto tabbouleh that caters to low-carb enthusiasts. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Lebanese cuisine.
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LEBANESE-STYLE TABOULI
Steps:
- Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Remove from the heat, stir in the bulgur, cover, and let stand 20 minutes.
- Scrape the bulgur into a mixing bowl, and stir in the salt, cinnamon, lemon juice, olive oil, tomatoes, onions, parsley, and mint. Stir, then refrigerate uncovered 1 hour until cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 888.8 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
LEBANESE STYLE TABOULI
My family thinks that Emily's Lebanese Deli in Minneapolis has the best tabouli. I found this recipe on a blog by MoiFrey (http://diningchezmoi.blogspot.com/2006/08/my-favorite-tabouli-tabouli-is.html) She worked on it for years and claimed to be like Emily's - it's a winner! I use my own method of draining and fluffing the bulgar and the results seem to be just fine. (See blog for original method.)
Provided by Linky
Categories Grains
Time 3h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Prepare the bulgur by soaking it for 2-3 hours in cold water.
- When it reaches the "al dente" stage, drain it thoroughly in a fine-mesh strainer. While preparing the other ingredients, let the damp wheat sit for another hour, stirring and tossing it from time to time, to fluff it and dry it.
- Add the lemon juice, garlic, oil, mint and seasonings and mix thoroughly.
- Add the chopped parsley and onions and toss everything together.
- Just before serving, add the chopped tomatoes. Correct the seasonings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.2, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 446.1, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 1.4
LEBANESE STYLE TABOULI
Steps:
- mix all the ingredients in a large bowl, garnish it with a lemon wedge, Crispy romaine lettuce leaves taste excellent with this salad
Tips:
- Use fine bulgur: Fine bulgur is the best choice for tabbouleh because it cooks quickly and has a delicate texture.
- Soak the bulgur: Soaking the bulgur in warm water before using it helps to soften it and make it more tender.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs are essential for tabbouleh. Use a variety of herbs, such as parsley, mint, and cilantro.
- Chop the herbs finely: Finely chopped herbs will help to distribute their flavor evenly throughout the tabbouleh.
- Use a light dressing: A light dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt is all that is needed to flavor tabbouleh.
- Serve tabbouleh chilled: Tabbouleh is best served chilled. This helps to keep the flavors fresh and bright.
Conclusion:
Tabbouleh is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its light and flavorful dressing, tabbouleh is a great way to add a healthy and delicious dish to your next meal.
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