Turkey Free Lebanese Tabbouleh
This bright, herb-forward salad is one of those dishes that tastes like pure sunshine in a bowl — fresh, zippy, and deeply satisfying. The star here is an almost absurd amount of finely chopped flat-leaf parsley and mint, which gives every bite a clean, grassy intensity that store-bought versions simply cannot replicate. Fine bulgur wheat soaks up a hit of fresh lemon juice until just tender, adding a subtle chew without any cooking required. Warm spices — allspice and cinnamon — woven into the dressing give the whole thing a gently aromatic depth that makes it feel special rather than simple. Ripe tomatoes and sliced scallion greens round out the texture and keep things light and vibrant. The entire dish is built from produce, grains, and olive oil, so there's nothing to second-guess — no hidden proteins, no processed additions, just clean, whole ingredients working beautifully together. Scoop it up with crisp romaine leaves for a handheld bite, or pile it alongside whatever else is on the table.
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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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