Tabbouleh

A classic Middle Eastern salad, this makes a perfect appetizer or accompaniment to other mezze dishes.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 6  ounces  cracked wheat (bulghar wheat)
•  salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 2  lemons, juice
• 2  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3  ounces flat leaf parsley, chopped
• 1  ounce mint leaf, chopped
• 4  scallions, finely sliced
• 3  roma tomatoes, quartered

Directions

1. Soak the cracked wheat in cold water for 20 mins, drain and squeeze dry.
2. Put the wheat in a glass bowl and season with salt and pepper.
3. Add the lemon juice and olive oil.
4. Allow to rest for 30 minutes.
5. Add the parsley, mint and scallions.
6. Check the seasoning and top the salad with the tomato quarters.