Holidays & Occasions Occasions Healthy Potluck Recipes Healthy Potluck Side Dish Recipes Parsley Tabbouleh 4.5 (6) 6 Reviews This tart, parsley-dominated tabbouleh recipe makes for a flavorful side at any gathering. The recipe can be easily doubled to feed a crowd. Serve at room temperature or chilled. By Jessie Price Jessie Price Jessie Price was editor-in-chief of EatingWell magazine from 2013 until its last issue in April 2022. She began working with EatingWell in 2003 as a freelance recipe tester and soon after joined the team full time. She worked on 13 EatingWell cookbooks and authored the James Beard Award-winning The Simple Art of EatingWell. One of her favorite aspects of the job: tasting recipes in the EatingWell Test Kitchen. (She tasted more than 3,500 over the years!) Jessie also represented EatingWell across national and local media, appearing on NBC's Today show, TV Land's Best Night In and video news network Cheddar. 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EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Photo: Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman Active Time: 35 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Diabetes-Friendly Dairy-Free Healthy Immunity Low-Sodium High-Fiber Heart-Healthy Vegan Vegetarian Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced 4 scallions, thinly sliced 1 cup water ½ cup bulgur ¼ cup lemon juice 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil ½ teaspoon minced garlic ¼ teaspoon salt 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint 2 tomatoes, diced Freshly ground pepper, to taste 2 cups finely chopped flat-leaf parsley, (about 2 bunches) Directions Combine water and bulgur in a small saucepan. Bring to a full boil, remove from heat, cover and let stand until the water is absorbed and the bulgur is tender, 25 minutes or according to package directions. If any water remains, drain bulgur in a fine-mesh sieve. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool for 15 minutes. Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman Combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Add parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumber and scallions to the bulgur. Add the dressing and toss. Serve at room temperature or chill for at least 1 hour to serve cold. Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman To make ahead Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Frequently Asked Questions Is parsley good for you? While it’s one of the more humble, milder herbs, parsley does have some nice nutritional attributes. According to the USDA, parsley provides some iron, vitamin C, folate and vitamin A. You’ll also get a dose of lutein and zeaxanthin, powerful antioxidants that support skin and eye health. Is bulgur healthy? Bulgur is a type of wheat that’s eaten as a whole grain. While it has a short cooking time, it is also one of the whole grains with the highest amount of fiber. According to the USDA, bulgur also provides iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin and pantothenic acid (vitamin B5). Because bulgur is a type of wheat, it contains gluten, which is why this recipe is not gluten-free. What type of bulgur should I use? When shopping for bulgur, you may find it available in fine, medium and coarse textures. If the bulgur isn’t labeled, it's usually fine or medium. Any type of bulgur can be used for this recipe, just be sure to drain the cooked bulgur in a fine-mesh sieve before adding the other ingredients. What should I serve with tabbouleh? Tabbouleh is delicious paired with hummus, baba ghanoush, falafel and pita for a vegetarian meal. It can also be served as a side dish with Chicken Shawarma with Yogurt Sauce, Turkey Kofta with Tahini Sauce or Salmon Souvlaki with Tzatziki & Green Beans for a weeknight dinner. Can I make tabbouleh ahead? Yes, you can! Make the tabbouleh ahead and refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 1 day. Additional reporting by Carrie Myers and Jan Valdez EatingWell Magazine, June/July 2005 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 162 Calories 8g Fat 21g Carbs 4g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size generous 1 cup Calories 162 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 21g 8% Dietary Fiber 5g 18% Total Sugars 3g Protein 4g 9% Total Fat 8g 10% Saturated Fat 1g 6% Vitamin A 3451IU 69% Vitamin C 59mg 66% Folate 84mcg 21% Sodium 175mg 8% Calcium 84mg 6% Iron 4mg 19% Magnesium 63mg 15% Potassium 522mg 11% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.