Oats Free Lebanese Tabbouleh
Bright, herby, and bursting with fresh flavor, this Lebanese tabbouleh is the kind of dish that makes you want to eat with your hands. The star of the bowl is a generous mountain of finely chopped flat-leaf parsley and fresh mint, with juicy ripe tomatoes and tender bulgur wheat playing a supporting role — exactly the way it's made in Lebanon, where the herbs always lead. A whisked dressing of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, allspice, and cinnamon ties everything together with a warmth that feels both familiar and a little unexpected. Since bulgur wheat is naturally free of oats and none of the ingredients here carry any oat-based additives or hidden fillers, this is a genuinely clean, worry-free version of a classic. The technique is simple: soak the bulgur in lemon juice until just tender, chop everything finely and uniformly, then toss and let it rest so the flavors can bloom. Serve it scooped into crisp romaine leaves for a light, satisfying bite that works as a side, a starter, or honestly a meal on its own.
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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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