A twist on the classic tabbouleh salad, but for those who struggle to digest grains. Option to add bulgur for a more traditional salad.
Ingredients
2 bunch
Parsley, fresh
8 leaf
Mint, fresh
1/2 medium
White onion
(small, diced finely)
1/2 cucumber(s)
Cucumber
(chopped finely)
3 tomato
Plum tomatoes
(medium sized; chopped, drained)
2 tbsp
Olive Oil, Extra Virgin
1 whole lemon(s)
Lemon juice
(freshly squeezed)
1 pinch
Salt
(to taste)
1 dash
Black pepper
(to taste)
Instructions
Rinse and chop your parsley and mint and place it in a large mixing bowl.
Add diced onions, chopped cucumbers, and tomatoes to the mixing bowl with parsley and mint. Mix everything thoroughly to combine.
Add your olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and thoroughly combine again.
Serve immediately and store leftovers in an airtight container for freshness throughout the week.
Notes:
Quick Tips
For traditional tabbouleh add bulgur wheat. You can also add quinoa or couscous.
Optional: add goat or feta cheese.
Use on top of meat, salad, or as a side salad.
Nutritional Highlights
Herbs like parsley are a powerful antioxidant, and mint helps with digestion. Plenty of herbs have inflammation-reducing properties due to their phytochemicals.
