Tabbouleh Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Tabbouleh Salad
75 min.
4
168kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this refreshing Tabbouleh Salad, a perfect addition to any meal or a delightful standalone snack. This vegetarian and vegan dish is not only dairy-free but also packed with wholesome ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds. With its bright colors and fresh herbs, Tabbouleh is a feast for the eyes as much as it is for the palate.

Ready in just 75 minutes, this salad serves four and is an excellent choice for a side dish, antipasti, or a light starter. The combination of fluffy couscous, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic parsley creates a delightful texture and flavor profile that is both satisfying and nutritious. The zesty lime juice and fragrant mint leaves elevate the dish, making it a refreshing option for warm days or gatherings.

Not only is this Tabbouleh Salad a delicious choice, but it also boasts a low-calorie count of just 168 kcal per serving, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, preparing a picnic, or simply looking for a healthy snack, this salad is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. Dive into the world of fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors with this easy-to-make Tabbouleh Salad!

Ingredients

  • cup vegetable stock (from 32-oz carton)
  • 0.5 cup couscous uncooked
  • cup cucumber chopped
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup tomatoes chopped
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime 
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Heat broth to boiling in 2-quart saucepan. Stir in couscous; remove from heat. Cover and let stand 5 to 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  2. Mix couscous and remaining ingredients in large glass or plastic bowl. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Calories168kcal
Protein8.71%
Fat37.62%
Carbs53.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
55.5
Glycemic Load
11.27
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
10.51521736513%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.1mg
Hesperetin
1.61mg
Naringenin
0.18mg
Apigenin
16.3mg
Luteolin
0.4mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
1.14mg
Quercetin
4.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:167.93kcal
8.4%
Fat:7.14g
10.99%
Saturated Fat:1.1g
6.86%
Carbohydrates:22.93g
7.64%
Net Carbohydrates:20.54g
7.47%
Sugar:2.62g
2.91%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:535.52mg
23.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.72g
7.44%
Vitamin K:139.54µg
132.9%
Vitamin C:20.4mg
24.73%
Vitamin A:1050.19IU
21%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.24%
Fiber:2.39g
9.54%
Folate:31.34µg
7.83%
Potassium:227.99mg
6.51%
Phosphorus:62.31mg
6.23%
Magnesium:24.52mg
6.13%
Copper:0.12mg
5.98%
Iron:1.01mg
5.6%
Vitamin B3:1.06mg
5.32%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.07%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.93%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.77%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.47%
Calcium:35.03mg
3.5%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.96%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.82%