Classic Tabbouleh with Fresh Herbs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A vibrant Lebanese salad where fine bulgur and abundant herbs create a refreshing, herbaceous centerpiece. This Lebanese-inspired salad recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs fine bulgur, fresh parsley, fresh mint into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup fine bulgur
• 1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh mint
• 2 medium, diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Soak 1 cup fine bulgur in 1 cup warm water for 20 minutes, then drain thoroughly and squeeze out excess water.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh mint, 2 medium diced tomatoes, and 1/4 cup finely diced red onion.
3. Step 3: Add drained bulgur to the bowl, then pour in 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, and 1/2 tsp salt. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed and flavors combine.
4. Step 4: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or light meal.