Greek-Inspired Tabbouleh Salad with Lemon-Olive Oil Dressing
This Greek-inspired tabbouleh salad is a refreshing, flavorful, and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The bulgur provides a chewy texture, while the red onion, cucumber, bell pepper, parsley, and mint add a variety of flavors and colors. The lemon-olive oil dressing is light and tangy, and it helps to bring all of the flavors together.
Tabbouleh is a Levantine salad made with bulgur, tomatoes, mint, parsley, lemon juice, and olive oil. It is believed to have originated in Syria or Lebanon, and it is often served as part of a mezze platter. The name tabbouleh comes from the Arabic word "tabala", which means "to season". This Greek-inspired tabbouleh salad is a variation on the classic recipe. It uses bulgur as the base, but it also includes red onion, cucumber, bell pepper, and mint. The lemon-olive oil dressing is made with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. This salad is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy bulgur.
Greek-Inspired Tabbouleh Salad with Lemon-Olive Oil Dressing Greek-Inspired Tabbouleh Salad with Lemon-Olive Oil Dressing Greek-Inspired Tabbouleh Salad with Lemon-Olive Oil Dressing Greek-Inspired Tabbouleh Salad with Lemon-Olive Oil Dressing
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup bulgur
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the bulgur and boiling water. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes, or until the bulgur is tender and the water has been absorbed.
  2. Fluff the bulgur with a fork.
  3. Add the red onion, cucumber, bell pepper, parsley, and mint to the bulgur and stir to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and stir to coat.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Why It Works
  • The bulgur provides a chewy texture that is complemented by the crunch of the red onion, cucumber, and bell pepper.
  • The fresh parsley and mint add a variety of flavors and colors to the salad.
  • The lemon-olive oil dressing is light and tangy, and it helps to bring all of the flavors together.