World's Best Tabbouli / Tabouli / Tabbouleh / Tabouleh Salad

blucoat's Note:

This was one of the most popular dishes at Nancy Mehagian's vegetarian restaurant on the island of Ibiza and she shared it in her book "Siren’s Feast: An Edible Odyssey". There are two secret (and essential) ingredients in this recipe - fine bulgur (which has the added benefit of cooking quickly) and tamari soy sauce. This really is the best tabbouleh you will ever make! Dish should be chilled before serving.

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 2 cups fine bulgur (#1 grind)
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1 bunch green onion , sliced finely
• 1 medium onion , chopped finely
• 1 bunch parsley , stems removed, chopped finely
• 1 bunch fresh mint leaves , chopped finely
• 2 large tomatoes, chopped or 2 cups cherry tomatoes , quartered
• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• 2 lemons, juice of
• 1 tablespoon tamari soy sauce
• salt and pepper
• 1 dash cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions:

1. Place bulgur in a large mixing bowl. Cover with boiling water and let stand 5 to 10 minutes, then fluff grains with a wooden spoon.
2. Add onions, parsley, mint, and tomatoes and mix well.
3. Finally, add the rest of the ingredients one at a time. Mix thoroughly. Chill in the refrigerator and toss once again before serving.

Reviews

[YungB]

I love this salad. So refreshing and clean tasting...I can eat it with everything and everyday...so good...thanks for posting it.

[neeserwoman]

I made this recipe 3 times and after experimenting with a couple of additions, I love it. I followed the recipe exactly and then added 1/2 of an english cucumber, chopped, and 1 1/2 packets of raw sugar. This reduced the acidity a little. Shared with others who loved it also. Thanks for posting the recipe.

[adopt a greyhound]

I loved the flavor of this salad. I'm not sure if my bulgur was #1 grind so let it sit for one hour, then added the other ingredients. Loved the kick from the cayenne pepper. Served it with Noo's Famous Spiced Green Chicken Skewers and Macrina's Orzo Salad With Cucumber, Bell Pepper, Basil and Feta.