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Fresh and Zesty Tabouli Salad

A refreshing Mediterranean salad packed with fresh herbs and zesty lemon flavor.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Mediterranean· July 18, 2026
Fresh and Zesty Tabouli Salad
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Prep
20 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
20 minutes
Serves
4

Tabouli is a classic salad that truly celebrates fresh ingredients. It is light, healthy, and incredibly vibrant thanks to the generous amount of parsley and mint used in every bite. People love it because it tastes just as good the next day after the flavors have had time to mingle.

My best tip for this recipe is to make sure you wash and dry your parsley very well before chopping it. If the leaves are damp, the dressing will not coat them properly and the salad can get a bit soggy. Enjoy this as a side dish or with some warm pita bread.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fine bulgur wheat
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 2 cups fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
  • 3 ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place the bulgur wheat in a small heatproof bowl and pour the boiling water over it.

  2. 2

    Cover the bowl and let it sit for about 20 minutes until the water is absorbed and the wheat is tender.

  3. 3

    Fluff the soaked bulgur with a fork and let it cool completely.

  4. 4

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumber, and green onions.

  5. 5

    Add the cooled bulgur wheat to the vegetables.

  6. 6

    Whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice in a small jar, then pour it over the salad.

  7. 7

    Season with salt and pepper, toss everything together gently, and serve immediately.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. This salad pairs perfectly with grilled chicken or hummus. If you prefer a crunch, add the cucumber right before you serve it.

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