Source: Nesavinov, AdobeStockOne of the most popular Middle Eastern appetizers is Tabbouleh salad. Its homeland is Lebanon and Syria, but since then it has spread widely throughout the world. It is served warm – neither cold nor hot. Tabbouleh is very easy and quick to prepare, and this is another reason for its popularity. We share 15 delicious recipes!
1. Classic Tabbouleh Salad
Source: youm7.comClassic Middle Eastern Tabbouleh is made with bulgur, and this is exactly that recipe.
You will need: 70 g bulgur, 150 g tomatoes, 50 g parsley, 50 g green onions, 15 g mint, salt, 1/2 lemon, 30 ml olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Steep or boil bulgur according to package instructions. Drain in a colander and let it cool and dry slightly. Finely chop all the herbs and dice the tomatoes. Whisk olive oil with lemon juice and spices, then dress the salad.
2. Tabbouleh with Couscous and Cucumber
Source: productplanet.ruA very light and refreshing, yet satisfying salad.
You will need: 70 g couscous, 2 cucumbers, 2 tomatoes, 1 bunch cilantro, 1 bunch green onions, 1 lemon, spices, olive oil, mint.
Preparation: Steep couscous according to instructions and let it cool slightly. Finely chop vegetables and herbs. Mix the salad and add mint. Season and dress the Tabbouleh with olive oil and lemon juice.
3. Tabbouleh Salad with Bell Pepper
Source: pinterest.comIt turns out even brighter and more colorful – a very tasty and impressive appetizer.
You will need: 100 g bulgur, 150 g tomatoes, 100 g bell pepper, 50 g parsley, 50 g green onions, 15 g mint, 1/2 lemon, 30 ml olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Boil bulgur until cooked and let it cool slightly. Finely chop herbs and vegetables, and mix them with bulgur. Dress the Tabbouleh with olive oil and lemon juice, and season to taste.
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4. Tabbouleh Salad with Tomato Paste
Source: dzen.ruThis Tabbouleh can be served as a complete side dish to the main course.
You will need: 400 g couscous, 50 g green onions, 4 cucumbers, 2 tomatoes, 1 tbsp each dried mint and basil, 1 bunch parsley, 1 lemon, 1.5 tbsp tomato paste.
Preparation: Steep couscous according to package instructions and let it cool slightly. Finely chop all vegetables and herbs. Mix them with couscous, add spices, lemon juice, tomato paste, and mix again. Optionally, add a little vegetable oil.
5. Tabbouleh with Avocado
Source: ideireceptov.ruNot quite classic, but a very healthy Tabbouleh recipe for healthy eating enthusiasts.
You will need: 70 g bulgur, 150 g cherry tomatoes, 1 avocado, 1 bunch herbs, 50 g green onions, 1/2 lemon, 2 cloves garlic, 30 ml olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Boil bulgur until cooked. Finely chop all vegetables and herbs. For the dressing, mix olive oil, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and spices.
6. Tabbouleh Salad with Chili Pepper
Source: karamelcafe.ruA spicier and more piquant variation of this Middle Eastern salad.
You will need: 100 g bulgur or couscous, 1 bunch each cilantro, dill, parsley, and green onions, 3 tomatoes, 1 lemon, 1 chili pepper, spices, olive oil.
Preparation: Prepare the grain according to instructions. Finely chop herbs and chili, dice tomatoes. Season the salad and dress it with lemon juice and olive oil to taste.
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7. Tabbouleh Salad with Olives
Source: ok.ruOlives add a touch of piquancy to classic Tabbouleh – a very interesting recipe.
You will need: 100 g bulgur, 2 tomatoes, 2 handfuls of olives, 50 g parsley, 50 g green onions, 15 g basil, 1/2 lemon, 30 ml olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Boil bulgur, dice tomatoes, and finely chop olives and all herbs. Mix the salad when the bulgur has cooled slightly. Dress the Tabbouleh with oil, lemon juice, and spices.
8. Tabbouleh Salad with Chicken
Source: nvkz-tub.ruTabbouleh with chicken breast is already a complete main course, not just a light salad.
You will need: 1/2 cup bulgur, 1/2 chicken fillet, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 bunch parsley, 1/2 bunch mint, 3 green onion stalks, 1 cucumber, 2 tomatoes, 1/2 lemon, 0.5 tsp cumin, spices.
Preparation: Boil or bake chicken breast, and dice it finely. Boil bulgur and let it dry and cool slightly. Chop all herbs and finely dice vegetables. Mix the Tabbouleh and dress the salad with spices, olive oil, and lemon juice.
9. Tabbouleh with Radishes
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruAn interesting recipe with seasonal vegetables that definitely deserves attention.
You will need: 100 g couscous, 2 tomatoes, 1 cucumber, 100 g radishes, 1/2 purple onion, 1-2 bunches of herbs, spices, olive oil, lemon juice.
Preparation: Steep couscous according to package instructions, chop herbs and onion, finely dice vegetables. Mix the Tabbouleh, season with spices, and dress with olive oil and lemon juice.
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10. Tabbouleh Salad with Feta
Source: pinterest.comInstead of feta, you can use another brined cheese of your choice.
You will need: 1 cup bulgur, 500 g cherry tomatoes, 1-2 cucumbers, 200 g feta, 1/2 bunch each parsley, green onions, and mint, spices, 70 ml olive oil, 1 lemon.
Preparation: Boil bulgur and let it cool. Dice all vegetables and herbs, mix the salad and dress it with oil and lemon juice. Season the Tabbouleh and add crumbled feta.
11. Tabbouleh Salad with Quinoa
Source: podacha-blud.comGrains can vary, but the principle is always the same.
You will need: 250 g quinoa, 200 g tomatoes, 150 g cucumbers, 15 g parsley, 60 g green onions, 4 sprigs mint, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 25 ml white wine vinegar, 30 ml olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Rinse and boil quinoa. Dice vegetables, finely chop herbs, and mix the Tabbouleh. Mix oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and spices, and dress the salad with the resulting dressing.
12. Tabbouleh Salad with Green Buckwheat
Source: supersoda.ruGreen buckwheat needs to be soaked in advance, so this recipe will take a little longer.
You will need: 50 g green buckwheat, 1 bunch cilantro, 2 cucumbers, 2 tomatoes, 1 carrot, 1 bunch dill, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Soak green buckwheat for 2-3 hours and dry it slightly. Finely chop all vegetables and herbs, mix the salad, season to taste, and drizzle with olive oil.
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13. Tabbouleh with Tuna
Source: pinterest.comWe recommend using tuna in its own juice.
You will need: 100 g bulgur, 8 cherry tomatoes, 1 cucumber, 1/2 bell pepper, 1 bunch parsley, 3 sprigs mint, 1 can canned tuna, spices, lemon juice, olive oil.
Preparation: Boil bulgur, chop herbs, arbitrarily dice all vegetables, and mash tuna with a fork. Mix the salad and dress it with oil, lemon juice, and spices.
14. Tabbouleh Salad with Shrimp
Source: lobsterhouse.ruSuch an unusual variation will easily delight even gourmets.
You will need: 100 g couscous, 500 g shrimp, 1/2 lemon, 2 bunches parsley, 1/2 bunch mint, 4 tomatoes, spices, 50 ml olive oil.
Preparation: Steep couscous, boil and peel shrimp. Chop herbs, dice tomatoes, and mix everything together. Dress the Tabbouleh with olive oil, lemon juice, and spices.
15. Tabbouleh with Walnuts and Celery
Source: mirtesen.ruFor brightness and a pleasant tartness, add a handful of pomegranate seeds to the salad.
You will need: 1 cup bulgur, 6 celery stalks, 1 cup walnuts, 1 bunch mint, 1 bunch parsley, 1 clove garlic, spices, 6 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice.
Preparation: Boil bulgur, toast walnuts in a dry pan and finely chop or blend them. Chop herbs, garlic, and celery. For the dressing, mix olive oil, lemon juice, and spices.