Seed Oil Free Lebanese Tabbouleh
Bright, herby, and impossibly fresh, this Lebanese tabbouleh is the kind of salad that makes you want to eat with your hands. The star here is an enormous pile of finely chopped flat-leaf parsley and mint, which gives every bite a clean, vibrant punch that no bottled dressing could ever replicate. Avoiding industrially processed seed oils is effortless with this recipe — the only fat is a generous pour of extra virgin olive oil, whisked together with fresh lemon juice, allspice, and a hint of cinnamon for a dressing that's as simple as it is satisfying. Fine bulgur wheat soaks up that lemon juice as it softens, keeping the grains light and tender without any cooking required. Ripe tomatoes and sliced scallion greens round out the texture and add a gentle sweetness that balances the citrus. A short rest before serving lets everything meld together beautifully, and romaine leaves on the side make for a naturally crisp, edible scoop. This is the kind of dish that disappears fast at the table — make sure you grab some first.
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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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