Tabbouleh My Way

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 14

Tabbouleh My Way recipe - a refreshing Middle Eastern dish perfect for summer

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 package bulgur wheat ( I use Far East brand taboule , prepackaged , but I am sure any brand will work , but I do n't use just p )
	2 tablespoons lemon juice
	1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
	3 roma tomatoes , chopped
	1 bunch green onion , chopped
	1 can chickpeas , washed and drained
	1 tablespoon dried basil
	4 ounces feta cheese , crumbled

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

229

Sugar

Fat

10g

Tabbouleh My Way is a refreshing Middle Eastern dish that is perfect for summer. It is a salad made with bulgur wheat, tomatoes, green onion, chickpeas, dried basil, and crumbled feta cheese. Tabbouleh is traditionally made with parsley, but this recipe puts a twist on it by using dried basil instead. It is a healthy and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed on its own or served as a side. The dish originates from Lebanon, but Tabbouleh is popular throughout the Middle East and can be found on many restaurant menus around the world.

Instructions

1.	Cook the bulgur wheat according to package instructions and set aside to cool.
2.	In a large bowl, combine the lemon juice and olive oil.
3.	Add in the chopped tomatoes, green onion, chickpeas, and dried basil, tossing well.
4.	Mix in the cooled bulgur wheat and crumbled feta cheese.
5.	Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
6.	Enjoy this refreshing salad on a hot summer day!

PROS

Tabbouleh My Way is a refreshing and healthy salad that is perfect for summer.
It is packed with fiber from the bulgur wheat and chickpeas, vitamins and antioxidants from the tomatoes, and good fats from the olive oil and feta cheese.

This dish is also vegetarian and gluten-free.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the taste of bulgur or chickpeas.

This recipe calls for feta cheese, which is not vegan and has a high sodium content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tabbouleh My Way is a healthy and nutritious dish that is packed with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.
The chickpeas in this recipe are a good source of protein and can help keep you fuller for longer. The tomatoes are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and cancer.