Lemon & parsley tabbouleh

Gluten Free
Health score
22%
Lemon & parsley tabbouleh
16 min.
4
632kcal

Suggestions


If you're looking for a refreshing and nutritious dish that can be whipped up in no time, look no further than this delightful Lemon & Parsley Tabbouleh! Perfectly gluten-free, this vibrant salad is packed with the fresh flavors of parsley and zesty lemon, making it an ideal accompaniment to any meal or a light lunch on its own.

The use of bulghar wheat or couscous provides a wonderful texture, while the addition of finely chopped tomatoes and crunchy blanched almonds adds a satisfying bite. Topped with creamy crumbled goat's cheese or rich grilled halloumi, this dish takes on a whole new level of deliciousness, suitable for both vegetarian and herbivore fans alike.

With just a hint of spice from chili flakes and the earthy depth of garlic, every bite bursts with flavor. Not to mention, this easy-to-prepare dish can be ready in just 16 minutes, making it a perfect go-to for busy weeknights or whenever you're entertaining guests. Whether enjoyed chilled or served warm, this Lemon & Parsley Tabbouleh is truly a versatile gem that will leave your taste buds singing!

Ingredients

  • 175 bulgar wheat 
  •  vegetable cube crumbled
  •  garlic clove crushed
  •  juice of lemon 
  • tbsp olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  •  tomatoes finely chopped
  • 50 blanched almonds and whole finely chopped
  • large bunch flat parsley roughly chopped (80g pack)
  • 200 goat cheese crumbled
  • large pinch pepper 
  • servings pepper black
  • tbsp cooking oil 
  • 250 halloumi cheese 
  • small simple preserved lemons 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Place the bulghar wheat or couscous in a heatproof bowl with the crumbled stock cube and garlic, pour over boiling water to cover, then set aside for 30 mins for bulghar or 10 mins for couscous.
  2. If youve used bulghar wheat, drain thoroughly, or fluff up couscous with a fork. Stir in the remaining ingredients.
  3. Serve, chill until needed, or see suggestions, right.
  4. To make with goat's cheese, mix the crumbled goats cheese, and a large pinch chilli flakes into the salad with lots of black pepper. Divide between bowls and serve.
  5. To make with grilled halloumi, heat 1 tbsp oil in a non-stick pan. Thickly slice the halloumi cheese and fry on a high heat for 2-3 mins on each side, or until softened and golden. Finely chop the small preserved lemons into the salad. Divide between bowls. Top with the cheese slices and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories632kcal
Protein19.85%
Fat57.25%
Carbs22.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46
Glycemic Load
14.53
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
27.283478166746%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.31mg
Apigenin
30.71mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
2.17mg
Quercetin
6.99mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:631.87kcal
31.59%
Fat:41.42g
63.73%
Saturated Fat:19.5g
121.91%
Carbohydrates:37.27g
12.42%
Net Carbohydrates:30.65g
11.15%
Sugar:2.55g
2.83%
Cholesterol:23mg
7.67%
Sodium:1117.03mg
48.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.32g
64.64%
Vitamin K:241.83µg
230.32%
Calcium:757.48mg
75.75%
Copper:1.02mg
51%
Manganese:0.93mg
46.63%
Vitamin A:1982.42IU
39.65%
Magnesium:153.92mg
38.48%
Phosphorus:357.56mg
35.76%
Vitamin C:26.3mg
31.88%
Vitamin E:4.47mg
29.8%
Vitamin B2:0.49mg
28.65%
Fiber:6.63g
26.52%
Vitamin B3:4.11mg
20.55%
Iron:3.34mg
18.56%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.11%
Zinc:2.1mg
14%
Folate:53.07µg
13.27%
Potassium:461.03mg
13.17%
Vitamin B5:1.02mg
10.19%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.68%
Selenium:5.57µg
7.96%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.58%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.33%