A 5 Ingredient Vegan Tabbouleh Salad that is pretty amazing.
I like how simple this tasty salad is to make!
5 Ingredient Vegan Tabbouleh Salad
Tabbouleh salad is a standard and popular salad from the Mediterranean part of the world.
It is also a healthy salad that is quite simple to make.
Did you try my Greek Chickpea Salad recipe?
That is another great tasting salad from the Mediterranean however, it features chickpeas which makes it a bit different from this salad.
This salad features the great taste of couscous along with the vegetables that make is so great.
Do you want to learn more about the Mediterranean Diet?
Find out how to follow the Mediterranean Diet here.
This salad is for anyone asking how do you make tabbouleh from scratch.
The truth is that tabbouleh is a rather simple salad to make from scratch.
This is because there are not a lot of ingredients that go into a tabbouleh salad.
Traditional tabbouleh salad calls for bulgur (cracked wheat), which can be cooked or soaked (depending on the product that you use).
However, you can find already cooked bulgur if you really want to make this a quick recipe. Some folks even substitute in Quinoa which you can also find already prepared quinoa . I like to use couscous, which you can also find precooked couscous, in this salad as well.
You may also be wondering how long can you keep tabbouleh salad in the fridge.
This is the kind of salad that can be made and stored in the refrigerator overnight.
Tabbouleh salad should keep for a couple of days if properly stored in the refrigerator.
I must say that there are variations on what some would consider to be a traditional tabbouleh salad.
Many of these variations have something to do with the region of the world or the folks who are preparing it.
More recently however, thanks to the plant-based and vegetarian trends, folks like myself like to experiment with different grains, especially those with protein in them.
Tips for making tabbouleh salad.
I mentioned above that the standard tabbouleh salad is made with soaked bulgur (cracked wheat), however, using a convenient already cooked bulgur is something that you can try. Also, Quinoa which you can also find already prepared quinoa , or couscous, which you can also find precooked couscous, in this salad are other popular options.
Here are some more great tips for you.
- Allowing this salad to set for a half hour after serving, and before eating, will improve the flavor. Some folks will allow tabbouleh salad to set for up to three hours.
- Optional ingredients that you can experiment with include topping with a bit of cheese, such as feta. However, stirring in some chicken strips can make this salad into a nice meal as well.
- This recipe is not intended to be a traditional tabbouleh salad from any particular location in the world. If you are wanting this to be a more traditional salad then I recommend sticking to the main ingredients and avoiding the many options that I like to offer to folks.
Here is how to make tabbouleh salad dressing.
For the dressing I am using the traditional ingredients that are used in a dressing for this salad. You are welcome to vary the ingredients or add any other ingredients as desired.
For the dressing in this salad you will need three ingredients.
Olive oil, salt, and lemon juice. I suggest using fresh ingredients that of quality for best results.
You may be wondering is tabbouleh served hot or cold.
There may be some confusion as traditional tabbouleh salad calls for wheat bulgur that needs to be soaked in boiling water. However, this is a salad that I recommend be served at room temperature even if it has been refrigerated.
By the way, while you are here you may also be interested in these ideas.
- Easiest Greek Salad in Vinaigrette Dressing.
- How to Make Fire Roasted Tomatoes.
- Kale and Quinoa Caesar Salad.
- Mediterranean Style Green Bean Salad.
- Classic Eggplant Caponata.
- Easy Chicken Orzo Salad.
- How to Follow the Mediterranean Diet.
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5 Ingredient Vegan Tabbouleh Salad
5 Ingredient Vegan Tabbouleh Salad
I mentioned above that the standard tabbouleh salad is made with soaked bulgur (cracked wheat), however, using a convenient already cooked bulgur is something that you can try. Also, Quinoa which you can also find already prepared quinoa , or couscous, which you can also find precooked couscous, in this salad are other popular options.
I also mentioned that the dressing for this consists of three ingredients.
To make the dressing you will need Olive oil (¼ cup) , salt (as desired), and lemon juice (¼ cup). Use a whisk to combine these ingredients for the salad.
Ingredient needed to make Vegan Tabbouleh Salad
- Cracked Wheat Bulgur– 1 cup. Alternatives include Quinoa or couscous, which should be prepared as described on the package.
- Tomatoes- 2 cups, diced. Cherry, Roma (plum) or grape tomatoes are good choices.
- Parsley- 1 cup chopped. Flat leaf or Italian are good choices.
- Mint Leaves- ¼ cup chopped.
- Onion- ½ cup chopped. Scallions, red onion, or green onion.
How to make Vegan Tabbouleh Salad
- Prepare the bulgur by placing it in a bowl and pouring boiling water over it. Cover this and allow the bulgur to soak for at least a half hour. If you are using an alternative to bulgur please follow the directions on the package for preparation. Allow it to cool and then transfer it to a large bowl and add the remaining ingredients as described in the directions which follow.
- Once the bulgur is tender and has absorbed most or all of the water you can transfer it to a larger bowl. You can drain or remove any remaining water without transferring it. Allow this to sit at room temperature for at least another half hour.
- Give the bulgur a quick stir with a fork and then add the remaining ingredients to the bowl.
- Toss the salad in the dressing well and add any additional seasonings as desired.
- Serve the salad or cover it and allow it to set in the refrigerator.
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5 Ingredient Vegan Tabbouleh Salad, easy and vegan salad that is delicious and friendly to the Mediterranean diet
5 Ingredient Vegan Tabbouleh Salad
Ingredients
- Cracked Wheat Bulgur– 1 cup. see post for alternatives
- Tomatoes- 2 cups diced. Cherry, Roma (plum) or grape tomatoes are good choices.
- Parsley- 1 cup chopped. Flat leaf or Italian are good choices.
- Mint Leaves- ¼ cup chopped.
- Onion- ½ cup chopped. Scallions red onion, or green onion.
Instructions
- Prepare the bulgur by placing it in a bowl and pouring boiling water over it. Cover this and allow the bulgur to soak for at least a half hour. If you are using an alternative to bulgur please follow the directions on the package for preparation. Allow it to cool and then transfer it to a large bowl and add the remaining ingredients as described in the directions which follow.
- Once the bulgur is tender and has absorbed most or all of the water you can transfer it to a larger bowl. You can drain or remove any remaining water without transferring it. Allow this to sit at room temperature for at least another half hour.
- Give the bulgur a quick stir with a fork and then add the remaining ingredients to the bowl.
- Toss the salad in the dressing well and add any additional seasonings as desired.
- Serve the salad or cover it and allow it to set in the refrigerator.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition
Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!
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