Fresh and tasty, this Lebanese Tabbouleh Salad is the perfect complement with grilled meats as it can sit out for several hours without wilting.
My family loves salads. Whether it’s a little kid’s birthday party or Christmas Eve, there is always a huge salad involved. When I was growing up, my mother served beautiful salads with every dinner. One of my favorites is a simple platter of juicy tomatoes, red onion, feta, lemon juice, and olive oil. Add a little salt and pepper and you are good to go.
My Aunt Vieve was the matriarch of the Syrian salad – always adding the perfect amount of garlic and dried mint. My cousin Beth makes the best broccoli slaw I’ve ever eaten and I could eat the whole bowl of my cousin Tanya’s Greek salad any day of the week. Regardless, the salad is usually the first to go at any party, and kids of all ages gobble it up just as quickly as the adults.
As a family tip, we do not use bottled salad dressing– never have and never will. Homemade vinaigrette are extremely easy, take minutes to create and taste a million times better than the corn-syrup laden salad dressings you’ll find in the middle aisles. The general rule of thumb is two parts oil to one part vinegar. And, in case you couldn’t tell by the name of my blog, I often use lemon juice in lieu of vinegar. Add a little fresh garlic and herbs from the garden or your pantry, season with salt and pepper and you are well on your way to becoming a salad-loving family.
Let me know what you think of my tabbouleh – I know you will love it. It is perfect with grilled meats this time of the year and does well at family BBQ’s or picnics because it can sit out for several hours without wilting. Fresh and tasty. Your fork is waiting.
If you’re looking for some other Lebanese recipes, be sure to check out this page on The Lemon Bowl.
Frequently asked questions:
Can tabbouleh salad be prepped in advance?
Yes!
How long can tabbouleh be kept in the refrigerator?
Tabbouleh can be kept in a refrigerated container for up to 4 days.
What can be added to a tabbouleh salad?
A grain such as cooked farro or quinoa can be added if you wish.
Can tabbouleh salad be kept out?
Tabbouleh salad keeps well. It can sit out for several hours without wilting.
Lebanese Tabbouleh Salad
Ingredients
- ½ c fine bulgur wheat
- 2 bunches parsley (finely chopped)
- 2 roma tomatoes (diced)
- 1 c seedless cucumber (diced)
- 6 scallions (diced)
- ¼ c fresh mint (chopped)
- ¼ c extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook bulgur wheat according to package directions and set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine parsley, tomatoes, cucumber, scallions and mint.
- Flake apart bulgur with a fork and toss together with vegetables.
- Dress the salad by drizzling the olive oil around the edges of the bowl.
- Juice the lemon directly over the salad, carefully holding opposite hand under the lemon to catch seeds.
- Add salt and pepper and stir to combine. Check for seasoning, adjust accordingly and serve.
I love this recipe. I have been making it since you first posted it. The only thing I now change is I use toasted quinoa instead of bulgar. I was out of bulgar and always have quinoa. Regardless, the recipe is FANTASTIC!
Ohhh that’s perfect!
This salad looks yummy! I’m definitely going to try it.
Please do Erica!!!
This is another delightful Lebanese salad recipe! Yummy! Where can I find bulgur wheat?
I love this dish! Can’t wait to give it a try – it looks so bright and tasty!
I hope you love it!
Growing up we had some Lebanese friends that made this. We always had fun when we would visit them. Thanks for bringing back some great memories. I’ll have to make this now!
You’re awesome =)
Hugs,
Jett aka @randomwriggley on IG
That makes me so happy!!! Thanks so much for your sweet comment! Nice to know your real name, Jett!! :)
Hey you are welcome! Thank you =)
The Nutritional information does not indicate what is the serving size. Can I get that information? Thanks Andi
my previous comment for the nutritional information was for the Tasty Tabbouleh what is the serving size?
Sorry about that! It’s a 1 cup serving. I updated the post to show that. :)