- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 150 kcal
Quick summary
“Lebanese Tabbouleh: a refreshing and aromatic dish that combines wheat, parsley, and tomatoes, perfect for seasoning with olive oil and lemon. It is worth it for the complexity of flavors and versatility as a side dish.”
What you need to know
- O trigo para quibe é essencial para dar corpo ao prato
- A salsinha adiciona um toque aromático intenso
- O suco de limão finaliza com um sabor cítrico refrescante
Ingredients
Main
- 1 cup of bulgur wheat
- 1/2 cup of hot water
- 1/2 cup of chopped parsley
- 1/2 cup of chopped onion
- 2 tomates médios picados
- 1/4 cup of lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Principal
- In a bowl, place bulgur wheat and pour in hot water. Let it rest for 15 minutes until the wheat absorbs the water.
- After resting, add the parsley, onion, and chopped tomatoes to the wheat.
- Season with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Leave in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to develop the flavor.
- Serve fresh as a side dish or main course.
Chef's tips
- Deixe o tabule descansar na geladeira para os sabores se unirem
- Use uma tigela de vidro ou plástico para facilitar a mistura
- Picar todos os ingredientes antes de misturar para um preparo mais rápido
Variations
- Adicione um pouco de pimenta de cascão para dar mais picância
- Coloque uma colher de sopa de picles picantes para um sabor crocante
- Inclua uma colher de sopa de nozes picadas para textura adicional
Substitutions
- Você pode substituir o trigo para quibe por arroz integral
- A cebola pode ser substituída por cebolinha picada
- O suco de limão pode ser substituído por suco de limão siciliano
How to store
Store the tabbouleh in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It lasts up to 3 days.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze tabbouleh, as it may lose texture and flavor when thawing.
What to serve with
Serve the tabbouleh with chickpea pita or Arabic bread to eat with your hands
Frequently asked questions
Can the tabbouleh be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze tabbouleh, as it may lose texture and flavor when thawing.
Can tabbouleh be prepared in advance?
Yes, leaving the tabbouleh in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving allows the flavors to unite.
What is the best way to serve tabbouleh?
Tabbouleh can be served as a side dish or as a main course, with Arabic bread or chickpea pita.
Can whole wheat be used instead of wheat for kibbeh?
Yes, whole wheat can be used as a substitute, but the flavor and texture will be slightly different.
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