Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

bulgur

0.33 cup

olive oil

3 unit

plum tomatoes

diced 1/4 in.

12 unit

canned solid white tuna in oil

drained

3 unit

scallions

thinly sliced

0.33 cup

fresh parsley

chopped

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

6 cup

mixed baby greens

Step 1
~3 min

Bring 3 cups of water to a rolling boil in a medium saucepan.

Step 2
~3 min

Stir in bulgur.

Step 3
~3 min

Immediately reduce heat to low.

Step 4
~3 min

Cover and simmer until bulgur is tender, about 15 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Drain in a sieve with small holes.

Step 6
~3 min

Let cool for about 15 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Place cooked bulgur into a large, deep bowl.

Step 8
~3 min

Add olive oil and toss well.

Step 9
~3 min

Add diced plum tomatoes, tuna, sliced scallion, parsley, salt and pepper.

Step 10
~3 min

Lightly toss to combine.

Step 11
~3 min

Divide salad greens among 4 plates.

Step 12
~3 min

Heap salad greens along one side of each plate.

Step 13
~3 min

Spoon tuna tabbouleh salad along the other side of each plate.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra tang.

Use different types of greens for variety.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a light lunch or side dish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Hummus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Middle East/Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Tabbouleh is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer gatherings
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Summer
Picnic
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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