Thursday, 28 June 2012

Tabouleh (Parsley Salad)


Syrian Tabouleh or  (Parsley Salad), is very healthy, refreshing & easy to make. it can be served as side dish or a snack:
  • 4 tbsp bulgur wheat or cuscus mixed in 6 tbsp warm water and left for 30 minutes.
  • 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley (one cup) finely chopped.  
  • 2 spring onion chopped
  • 3 tbsp chopped fresh mint
  • 2 medium tomatoes chopped
  • 4 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 5 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt & ¼ tsp chilly powder (optional)
  •  4-5 leafs of romaine lettuce for serving
-Mix the soft bulgur with all the chopped ingredients add the salt, chilly, lemon juice and olive oil.
-Mix well and scoop tabouleh over arranged lettuce in a bowl and serve.
Note: Bulgur Wheat can be bought from many well known supermarkets in Uk or health shops. 
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