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Asian Inspired Tabouli Salad

Published: May 17, 2023 by Veronica Noone · This post may contain affiliate links · 7 Comments

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Let me start this post by saying, I didn't even know what Tabouli (Tabbouleh) was about a year ago. I had some at a party last year and the cafeteria at my new job has it all the time. I believe it's traditionally bulgur, parsley, mint, tomato, onion, lemon juice and olive oil. But unfortunately (or fortunately depending on how you look at it) I don't have all of that stuff. Heck, I don't even have any fresh vegetables in the fridge except some carrots and an aging celery stalk.

I did, however, have some bulgur I made last night which I never used because we ended up going out--which I survived. 😉

So after returning from the gym this morning I looked in the fridge, saw the bulgur. Looked in the freezer, saw the bag of frozen veggies and tadaaaa Asian Inspired Tabouli Salad was born!

It is tasty! A wonderful chilled salad and very filling. You can totally put this out for a party, use it as a side dish or separate the recipe into two servings for lunch!

Ingredients

  • ½ cup dry bulgur (80g)
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1 16oz (1lb) bag of frozen Asian vegetables (or stir-fry mix)
  • ½ tablespoon honey (10g)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (14g)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoon dried cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Kosher salt & fresh ground black pepper

Instructions

In a small saucepan bring the bulgur and water to a boil. Cover and let sit for 15 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed. (note: I did this ahead so mine was chilled when preparing although I don't think it will make much of a difference) (double note: DO NOT lift the lid. That's always my downfall.)

Place the bag of frozen veggies in a microwave safe dish and cook until defrosted but not hot. I did 2 minutes stirred and then 2 more minutes.

In a large bowl add the honey, olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, cilantro, ginger, 2 pinched of salt, and some cracked black pepper.

Whisk.

Add the veggies and bulgur.

Stir to coat everything in the dressing.

Chill in the fridge until ready to eat.

As you can see the little guy was unwilling to try. 🙁 He said it looked "yucky." *sigh* he's turning into your typical 4 year old picky eater.

I'm giving the nutritional information for 2 servings but split it up anyway that makes sense for you. The picture above is ½ the recipe.

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Asian Inspired Tabouli Salad

This colorful and healthy Asian inspired tabouli salad is a perfect addition to your meal. Packed with nutritious ingredients, it's great for your taste buds and your health!
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Prep Time 9 mins
Cook Time 3 mins
Total Time 12 mins
Course Salad
Cuisine Asian
Servings 2 people
Calories 362 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup dry bulgur 80g
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1 16 oz 1lb bag of frozen Asian vegetables (or stir-fry mix)
  • ½ tablespoon honey 10g
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil 14g
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoon dried cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Kosher salt & fresh ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a small saucepan bring the bulgur and water to a boil. Cover and let sit for 15 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed. (note: I did this ahead so mine was chilled when preparing although I don't think it will make much of a difference) (double note: DO NOT lift the lid. That's always my downfall.)
    ½ cup dry bulgur, 1 cup of water, 1 16 oz 1lb bag of frozen Asian vegetables (or stir-fry mix), ½ tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 teaspoon dried cilantro, 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Place the bag of frozen veggies in a microwave safe dish and cook until defrosted but not hot. I did 2 minutes stirred and then 2 more minutes.
  • In a large bowl add the honey, olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, cilantro, ginger, 2 pinched of salt, and some cracked black pepper. Whisk.
    Kosher salt & fresh ground black pepper
  • Add the veggies and bulgur.
  • Stir to coat everything in the dressing. Chill in the fridge until ready to eat.

Nutrition

Calories: 362kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 13gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 623mgPotassium: 702mgFiber: 16gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12246IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 78mgIron: 4mg
Keyword salad, Tabouli
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  1. diabeticFoodie says

    July 24, 2012 at 9:56 am

    Bulgur is great and I love all of the veggies you used in this dish. I'll definitely be giving this recipe a try. We like using bulgur in breakfast parfaits - cook w/cinnamon, then cool and layer w/yogurt and fruit.

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  2. Marie says

    January 21, 2010 at 6:14 pm

    Then took the leftovers to work for lunch today.

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  3. Marie says

    January 21, 2010 at 6:13 pm

    Made this last night for supper. Hubby and I each had a bowl of soup and then this. Kids stuck with the french onion soup and wouldn't try it but hubby and I liked it.

    Reply
  4. Josie says

    January 16, 2010 at 8:41 pm

    Thanks Roni! I'm gonna have to woman up and buy it lol I'll let you know how I like it : ) and yes this baby is killing me! My daughter was born 3 days before my due date so the waiting is driving me nuts lol Thanks for the early congrats! who knows maybe they won't be so early and I'll go into labor tonight : P

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  5. roni says

    January 16, 2010 at 8:00 pm

    Josie - If you love barley, couscous, oats and quinoa you'll definitely like this! I would say it's more like couscous but 'earthier'. lol if that makes sense!

    Early congrats on the baby! I'm so happy for you! (yet not as I know you are probably ready to burst. lol)

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  6. Josie says

    January 16, 2010 at 7:49 pm

    This looks really good! Question for ya, I have been weary of trying bulgar and not liking it and having it sit in my cupboard for another 5 years. I love quinoa and was wondering if the taste and texture is similiar to that? I'm really trying to get as many grains in my home esp. since I'll be nursing soon (I'm 4 days past my due date! : ( and I love barley, couscous, oats and quinoa) thanks for the advice!!

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  7. Marie says

    January 16, 2010 at 5:45 pm

    Great timing! I just bought some bulger at the bulk food store a few days ago! Now I know what to do with it!

    Reply

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