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Zesty Refreshing Preserved Lime Tabbouleh Salad

Zesty Refreshing Preserved Lime Tabbouleh Salad to Wow Your Tastebuds

Experience the vibrant flavors of Zesty Refreshing Preserved Lime Tabbouleh Salad, a refreshing twist on a Mediterranean classic.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 cup Bulgur Wheat Can be swapped with quinoa or couscous for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Flat-Leaf Parsley Fresh herbs are essential for the best flavor.
For the Veggies
  • 1 each English Cucumber Offers a satisfying crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes Sweet and colorful.
  • 1 small Red Onion Contributes a mild sharpness.
For the Flavor
  • 2 each Preserved Limes For unique tangy flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Richness that unifies flavors.
  • 1/2 each Fresh Lemon Juice Enhances the salad's zesty profile.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse 1 cup of bulgur wheat under cool water, then cover with boiling water. Let it sit for 20 minutes until fluffy.
  2. Finely chop 1 cup each of fresh parsley and cucumber. Dice ½ cup of cherry tomatoes and slice 1 small red onion.
  3. Carefully remove seeds from 2 preserved limes and dice into small pieces.
  4. Fluff the cooled bulgur with a fork, then gently mix in the chopped veggies and preserved lime.
  5. Drizzle 3 tablespoons of olive oil and squeeze the juice of ½ lemon over the mixture. Toss gently.
  6. Add salt and pepper to taste, then let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with additional parsley or a sprinkle of feta cheese for extra flavor. Use fresh produce for the best results.

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