Tabbouleh

Tabbouleh

Take a break from green leaf salads, and enjoy a bright, lively tabbouleh salad. This parsley-and-bulgur salad tastes great on its own, and it pairs well with foods from Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines.

Ingredients :

• 1/4 cup bulgur
• 3 bunches fresh parsley, minced (about 2 cups)
• 3 large tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 5 fresh mint leaves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Prepare bulgur according to package directions; cool. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients. If desired, chill before serving.