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Fresh Turkish Tabbouleh with Pomegranate Lime

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A vibrant and refreshing twist on traditional tabbouleh featuring juicy pomegranate seeds and zesty lime juice, perfect for a light and flavorful salad.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (170g) bulgur wheat (fine or medium grind), soaked
  • 2 cups fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • ½ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 1 small cucumber, peeled and diced
  • ½ cup pomegranate seeds (about one small pomegranate)
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Juice of 2 limes (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sumac (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place 1 cup (170g) of fine or medium bulgur in a fine sieve and rinse under cold water.
  2. Transfer bulgur to a bowl and pour 1¼ cups (300ml) boiling water over it. Cover and let it sit for 15-20 minutes until tender but not mushy. Drain excess water if needed.
  3. While bulgur soaks, finely chop 2 cups parsley, ½ cup mint leaves, 3 green onions, 2 diced tomatoes, and 1 peeled, diced cucumber.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine soaked bulgur, chopped vegetables, and herbs. Toss gently to combine.
  5. Sprinkle ½ cup fresh pomegranate seeds evenly over the mixture.
  6. Add 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil and juice of 2 fresh limes (about 3 tablespoons). Season with ½ teaspoon salt, freshly ground black pepper to taste, and optional 1 teaspoon sumac.
  7. Toss everything carefully but thoroughly to coat ingredients without bruising herbs or tomatoes. Taste and adjust salt or lime juice if needed.
  8. Let the tabbouleh sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

Do not over-soak the bulgur to avoid sogginess. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Mix gently to prevent bruising herbs and tomatoes. Adjust salt and lime gradually to balance flavors. For gluten-free, substitute bulgur with quinoa or fine millet. Optional toppings include toasted pine nuts or crumbled feta for added texture and protein.

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Keywords: tabbouleh, Turkish salad, pomegranate, lime, bulgur, fresh herbs, healthy salad, gluten-free option, easy recipe

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