Gluten-Free Lebanese Tabbouleh (Using Quinoa)

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 0

Gluten-free Lebanese Tabbouleh recipe made with quinoa

Gluten-Free Lebanese Tabbouleh (Using Quinoa)

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup quinoa , cook according to package directions
	1 cup flat leaf parsley , finely chopped
	5 green onions , finely chopped
	2 cups small grape tomatoes , halved
	1 cucumber , peeled and seeded , thinly sliced
	1 to 2 lemon , juice of , more to taste
	1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
	sea salt , pepper and crushed red pepper to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

235

Sugar

Fat

15g

Tabbouleh is a Levantine salad that's typically made with bulgur, parsley, tomatoes, scallions, mint, olive oil, and lemon juice. It's a refreshing and flavorful salad that's popular in many Middle Eastern countries. This recipe takes a gluten-free twist by using quinoa instead of bulgur, making it a great option for people with gluten intolerance. This tabbouleh is a great way to get a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs into your diet. It's perfect as a side dish or light lunch, and can be served at room temperature or chilled.

Instructions

1.	Cook 1 cup of quinoa according to package directions, and let it cool.
2.	Finely chop 1 cup of flat-leaf parsley and 5 green onions, and halve 2 cups of small grape tomatoes. Peel and seed 1 cucumber, and slice it thinly.
3.	In a large bowl, add the cooled quinoa, chopped parsley, green onions, halved grape tomatoes, and sliced cucumber. Mix well.
4.	Add the juice of 1 to 2 lemons and 1/3 cup of extra virgin olive oil. Mix thoroughly.
5.	Season with sea salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper to taste. Mix again.
6.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This gluten-free Lebanese tabbouleh is packed with fresh ingredients and flavor.
Quinoa is a great substitute for bulgur in traditional tabbouleh, as it’s gluten-free and higher in protein.
This salad makes a great side dish or light lunch.

CONS

Quinoa can be expensive compared to bulgur.
Also, some people find the taste and texture of quinoa to be different from bulgur, which may affect their enjoyment of this tabbouleh recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Quinoa is a superfood that’s high in protein, fiber, and various essential nutrients. It’s also gluten-free, making it a great option for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. Parsley is rich in vitamin K, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Tomatoes are high in vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene. Cucumbers are low in calories and high in water content, making them a great addition to any diet.