The Best Tabbouleh Salad Recipe
This tabbouleh salad recipe features quinoa, instead of bulgur wheat which is used in traditional Middle Eastern tabouli recipes. Using quinoa makes this salad a wonderful gluten-free option, and also has more nutrients thanks to the protein and fiber-rich quinoa! The fresh vegetables mixed with herbs like parsley and mint make this salad seriously packed with flavor. The flavor is made even better with a light lemony olive oil dressing! It is nutritious enough to be a light lunch, or it can be served as a flavorful side dish with your favorite proteins!
Ingredients Needed
Quinoa: This tabbouleh salad features quinoa for added fiber and nutrients! Chicken Broth: Cook the quinoa in chicken broth for added flavor. For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth or water and salt. Herbs: Fresh herbs like parsley and mint are the star of the show here! Arugula: I like to add greens like arugula to my quinoa tabbouleh salad. Chop up the arugula along with the herbs! If you prefer, you can add chopped spinach or omit this entirely. Tomatoes: I used colorful cherry tomatoes here! Dice them up into your desired size. You can use any kind of tomatoes you’d like! Red Onion: Dice the red onion into small pieces. If you prefer, you can use green onion or shallots for a less strong flavor. Olive Oil: I like to use a good quality extra virgin olive oil! Lemon Juice: Lemon juice will brighten the flavor and add a little tang! Salt & Pepper: Season to taste with salt and black pepper!
How to Make quinoa tabbouleh salad
Serving Suggestions
You can add your favorite protein to this salad like rotisserie chicken or my perfect grilled chicken! For a vegetarian protein, try mixing in some white beans or chickpeas. As a side dish, I recommend serving this herby quinoa salad with my Greek chicken bowls, chicken shawarma, Greek marinated chicken, or Greek chicken meatballs!
More Healthy Side Dishes to Try
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