Best 8 Tabbouleh With Pasta Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

**Tabbouleh with Pasta: A Refreshing and Flavorful Fusion Dish**

Originating from the vibrant culinary traditions of the Middle East, tabbouleh is a refreshing and flavorful salad typically made with bulgur wheat, chopped parsley, tomatoes, mint, and a tangy lemon-olive oil dressing. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or even as a healthy snack. In this article, we present a unique twist on the classic tabbouleh recipe by incorporating pasta, creating a delightful fusion dish that combines the best of both worlds. This innovative recipe offers a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for warm summer days or as a healthy and flavorful addition to your weekly menu. Additionally, we include variations of the recipe with different types of pasta, such as quinoa pasta, brown rice pasta, and whole wheat pasta, providing options for those with dietary preferences or seeking a gluten-free alternative. With its vibrant colors, refreshing flavors, and versatility, this tabbouleh with pasta is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEST TABBOULEH



Best Tabbouleh image

Learn how to make delicious, authentic tabbouleh at home! This tabbouleh (also spelled tabouli) is even better than your favorite Lebanese restaurant's. Recipe yields 6 servings (a little over 1 cup each).

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Salad

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup bulgur
1 cup diced cucumber (1 small-to-medium)
1 cup diced tomato* (1 large)
1 teaspoon fine sea salt, divided
3 medium bunches curly parsley
1/3 cup (2/3 ounce) chopped fresh mint (optional but recommended-you can chop it in the food processor with the parsley)
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice, to taste
1 medium clove garlic, pressed or minced

Steps:

  • Cook or soak the bulgur until tender according to package directions. Drain off any excess water, and set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, combine the diced cucumber and tomato in a medium bowl with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Stir, and let the mixture rest for at least 10 minutes, or until you're ready to mix the salad.
  • To prepare the parsley, cut off the thick stems. Then, finely chop the parsley and remaining stems-you can do this by hand, but it's much easier in a food processor with the standard "S" blade. Process 1 bunch at a time (it should yield about 1 cup chopped), transferring the chopped parsley to a large serving bowl before proceeding with the next.
  • Add the cooled bulgur, chopped fresh mint (if using) and green onion to the bowl of parsley. Strain off and discard the cucumber and tomato juice that has accumulated in the bottom of the bowl (this ensures that your tabbouleh isn't too watery). Add the strained cucumber and tomato to the bowl.
  • In a small measuring cup or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, garlic, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Pour it into the salad and stir to combine. Taste, and adjust if necessary-add another tablespoon of lemon juice for zing, or salt for more overall flavor.
  • If you have the time, let the salad rest for 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors mingle. Otherwise, you can serve it immediately or chill it for later. Tabbouleh will keep well in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Sugar 1.8 g, Sodium 399.1 mg, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

EASY TABBOULEH



Easy Tabbouleh image

This nourishing Middle Eastern salad comes together in a flash. Mix cooked bulgur with chopped tomatoes, parsley, mint, scallions, lemon juice, and olive oil, and serve at room temperature with pita wedges for a delicious lunch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Yield Makes 4 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup bulgur wheat
4 plum tomatoes, finely chopped, with their juice
1 3/4 cups finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (about 2 medium bunches)
4 scallions, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Soak bulgur in cold water 10 minutes. Drain in a sieve lined with damp cheesecloth; squeeze out all water. Transfer to a serving bowl; fluff with a fork.
  • Stir in tomatoes with juice, parsley, and scallions. Add lemon juice, salt, and oil; season with pepper. Toss to coat. Just before serving, stir in mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 4 g, Sodium 311 g

TABBOULEH



Tabbouleh image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 31m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup bulghur wheat
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
1/4 cup good olive oil
3 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup minced scallions, white and green parts (1 bunch)
1 cup chopped fresh mint leaves (1 bunch)
1 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley (1 bunch)
1 hothouse cucumber, unpeeled, seeded, and medium-diced
2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the bulghur in a large bowl, pour in the boiling water, and add the lemon juice, olive oil, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Stir, then allow to stand at room temperature for about 1 hour.
  • Add the scallions, mint, parsley, cucumber, tomatoes, 2 teaspoons salt, and the pepper; mix well. Season, to taste, and serve or cover and refrigerate. The flavor will improve if the tabbouleh sits for a few hours.

FARRO TABBOULEH WITH FETA



Farro Tabbouleh with Feta image

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups pearled farro (1 pound)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 hothouse cucumbers, unpeeled, halved, seeded, and 1/2-inch diced
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
8 scallions, green and white parts, thinly sliced diagonally
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh parsley (2 bunches)
1 cup julienned fresh mint leaves (2 bunches)
1 cup good olive oil
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 to 3 lemons)
12 ounces feta, 1/2-inch diced (not crumbled!)
3/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives, drained

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain the farro and place it in a large saucepan with 4 cups water and 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, until tender. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, combine the cucumbers, chickpeas, scallions, parsley, and mint in a very large bowl.
  • In a 2-cup glass measuring cup, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Add the hot farro to the vegetables and herbs, pour the dressing on top, and stir to combine. Carefully stir in the feta, olives, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Serve at room temperature.

TABBOULEH PASTA SALAD



Tabbouleh Pasta Salad image

Try this delicious twist on the traditional Middle Eastern salad.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® classic pasta salad mix
Water and vegetable oil called for on salad mix box
1 1/2 cups diced English (seedless) cucumber
1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
3 scallions, thinly sliced (1/3 cup)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Make pasta salad as directed on box.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving. Cover and refrigerate any remaining salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 610 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

TABOULI SALAD RECIPE



Tabouli Salad Recipe image

Traditional tabouli salad recipe with parsley, mint, bulgur wheat, finely chopped vegetables and a zesty dressing. Recipe with step-by-step photos.

Provided by The Mediterranean Dish

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup fine bulgur wheat
4 firm Roma tomatoes, very finely chopped
1 English cucumber (hothouse cucumber), very finely chopped
2 bunches parsley, part of the stems removed, washed and well-dried, very finely chopped
12-15 fresh mint leaves, stems removed, washed, well-dried, very finely chopped
4 green onions, white and green parts, very finely chopped
Salt
3-4 tbsp lime juice (lemon juice, if you prefer)
3-4 tbsp Early Harvest extra virgin olive oil
Romaine lettuce leaves to serve, optional

Steps:

  • Wash the bulgur wheat and soak it in water for 5-7 minute. Drain very well (squeeze the bulgur wheat by hand to get rid of any excess water). Set aside.
  • Very finely chop the vegetables, herbs and green onions as indicated above. Be sure to place the tomatoes in a colander to drain excess juice.
  • Place the chopped vegetables, herbs and green onions in a mixing bowl or dish. Add the bulgur and season with salt. Mix gently.
  • Now add the the lime juice and olive oil and mix again.
  • For best results, cover the tabouli and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter. If you like, serve the tabouli with a side of pita and romaine lettuce leaves, which act as wraps or "boats" for the tabouli.
  • Other appetizers to serve next to tabouli salad:Hummus; Baba Ganoush; or Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Sugar 8.5 g, Sodium 396.3 mg, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

LEBANESE TABBOULEH



Lebanese Tabbouleh image

We think of tabbouleh as a bulgur salad with lots of parsley and mint. But real Lebanese tabbouleh is a lemony herb salad with a little bit of fine bulgur, an edible garden that you can scoop up with romaine lettuce heart leaves or simply eat with a fork.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 6 appetizer spread servings, 4 salad servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup fine bulgur wheat
1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
Juice of 2 large lemons, to taste
3 cups chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (from 3 large bunches)
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 pound ripe tomatoes, very finely chopped
1 bunch scallions, finely chopped
Salt, preferably kosher salt, to taste
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 romaine lettuce heart, leaves separated, washed and dried

Steps:

  • Place the bulgur in a bowl, and cover with water by 1/2 inch. Soak for 20 minutes, until slightly softened. Drain through a cheesecloth-lined strainer, and press the bulgur against the strainer to squeeze out excess water. Transfer to a large bowl, and toss with the garlic, lemon juice, parsley, mint, tomatoes, scallions and salt. Leave at room temperature or in the refrigerator for two to three hours, so that the bulgur can continue to absorb liquid and swell.
  • Add the olive oil, toss together, taste and adjust seasonings. Serve with lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 139, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 398 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

TABBOULEH WITH PASTA



Tabbouleh With Pasta image

This is a nice summer salad! I found this recipe on the side of a box of acini di pepe pasta and adjusted the recipe to MY liking! I hope you like it too! Cook time is for the pasta.

Provided by Theresa P

Categories     Vegan

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package acini di pepe pasta, cooked per pkg directions and drained well (rice shaped pasta)
1 cup chopped of fresh mint
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 cups chopped peeled and seeded tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced green onion
1 minced garlic clove
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine and mix cooked pasta with all vegetables.
  • Combine the dressing ingredients and mix well.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables and mix gently.
  • Adjust with extra lemon or salt and pepper or olive oil to your taste.
  • Chill until ready to serve.
  • Stir before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your tabbouleh.
  • Choose the right type of pasta. Small, uncooked pasta, such as orzo or couscous, is typically used in tabbouleh. You can also use cooked pasta, but it will not be as firm.
  • Chop the vegetables finely. This will help them to blend in with the other ingredients and make the salad easier to eat.
  • Use a light dressing. A simple vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing is a good choice.
  • Let the tabbouleh sit for a while before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Tabbouleh with pasta is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is also a healthy and versatile dish that can be easily adapted to your own taste. With its bright flavors and textures, tabbouleh is a surefire hit at any potluck or gathering. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting salad recipe, give tabbouleh with pasta 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 »

    #30-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #preparation     #occasion     #healthy     #salads     #pasta     #potluck     #picnic     #vegan     #vegetarian     #dietary     #low-sodium     #low-cholesterol     #low-saturated-fat     #healthy-2     #low-in-something     #pasta-rice-and-grains     #to-go

Related Topics