Dairy Free Lebanese Tabbouleh
This herb-forward salad is a celebration of fresh parsley and mint, finely chopped until they practically melt together with juicy ripe tomatoes and bright lemon juice. The bulgur wheat soaks in lemon juice rather than boiling water, which keeps it tender without turning mushy and lets it absorb all that citrusy flavor from the start. A whisked dressing of extra virgin olive oil, the remaining lemon juice, allspice, and a hint of cinnamon ties everything together with a warmth that feels distinctly Lebanese and completely addictive. Because every single ingredient here is naturally plant-based, there's no need to swap anything out or second-guess a label — it's effortlessly free of dairy from the ground up. The scallion greens add a gentle bite without overpowering the herbs, and serving it in crisp romaine leaves makes for a beautiful, hands-on presentation. Let it rest for just five minutes before serving and the flavors deepen noticeably — patience pays off here.
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4 servings
- ¼ cup fine bulgur wheat
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons), divided
- 2 bunches flat-leaf parsley (about 4 cups packed), stems removed, finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes (about 1 lb), seeded and finely diced
- 4 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp ground allspice
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
For serving
- romaine lettuce leaves, for scooping (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the bulgur in a fine-mesh strainer set over a bowl. Pour 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice over the bulgur and toss to coat, then let it soak at room temperature for 30 minutes, until the grains are just tender and have absorbed the juice. Fluff with a fork.
- 2
While the bulgur soaks, finely chop the parsley and mint on a large cutting board, working in batches if needed, until the pieces are very small and uniform — about 1/8 inch. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
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