Tabbouleh with Chicken and Red Pepper

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
69%
Tabbouleh with Chicken and Red Pepper
45 min.
4
165kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our Tabbouleh with Chicken and Red Pepper! This delightful dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy addition to your meal repertoire. With a health score of 69, it’s a perfect choice for those looking to indulge in something nutritious without compromising on taste.

Imagine the refreshing crunch of diced English cucumber and the aromatic notes of fresh flat-leaf parsley and mint, all harmoniously blended with tender shredded chicken breast. The addition of juicy plum tomatoes and sweet red bell pepper brings a burst of color and flavor, making this dish a true showstopper. Plus, it’s dairy-free and very healthy, catering to a variety of dietary preferences.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves four and is ideal for any occasion—whether as a side dish, antipasti, starter, or even a light snack. With only 165 calories per serving, you can enjoy a guilt-free meal that’s packed with protein, healthy fats, and wholesome carbohydrates. The combination of fresh ingredients and zesty lemon juice, drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil, creates a refreshing taste that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Join us in creating this delicious Tabbouleh with Chicken and Red Pepper, and bring a taste of the Mediterranean to your table!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup bulgur uncooked
  • 0.8 cup chicken breast shredded cooked
  • 0.5 cup cucumber diced english
  • 0.8 cup flat-leaf parsley fresh minced
  • 0.3 cup mint leaves fresh minced
  • 1.5 tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon olive oil extra-virgin
  • 1.5 cups plum tomatoes diced
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper red finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup water boiling

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Combine bulgur and 1/2 cup boiling water in a large bowl. Cover and let stand 15 minutes or until the bulgur is tender.
  2. Drain well; return bulgur to bowl. Cool.
  3. Add tomato and remaining ingredients; toss well.

Nutrition Facts

Calories165kcal
Protein23.63%
Fat30.4%
Carbs45.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.25
Glycemic Load
6
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
18.947391385617%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.14mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
0.68mg
Apigenin
24.39mg
Luteolin
0.6mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
1.79mg
Quercetin
0.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:164.96kcal
8.25%
Fat:5.85g
9.01%
Saturated Fat:1.07g
6.66%
Carbohydrates:19.92g
6.64%
Net Carbohydrates:14.55g
5.29%
Sugar:3.64g
4.05%
Cholesterol:19.69mg
6.56%
Sodium:327.59mg
14.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.24g
20.48%
Vitamin K:197.2µg
187.81%
Vitamin C:54.39mg
65.93%
Vitamin A:2416.37IU
48.33%
Manganese:0.74mg
36.93%
Fiber:5.37g
21.47%
Vitamin B3:3.89mg
19.44%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.73%
Magnesium:56.63mg
14.16%
Phosphorus:141.38mg
14.14%
Potassium:486.42mg
13.9%
Folate:50.28µg
12.57%
Iron:1.98mg
11.02%
Selenium:6.94µg
9.92%
Vitamin E:1.39mg
9.24%
Copper:0.17mg
8.4%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.78%
Zinc:1.12mg
7.46%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.78%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.73%
Calcium:45.88mg
4.59%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.27%
Source:My Recipes