After reading all about everyone’s favorite foods for the grill, I have been feeling super inspired to head outside and do some grilling myself. Unfortunately, we’ve had a bit of a cold and rainy spell, and I haven’t had the energy to brave the weather and cook outside. So, even though I don’t have a fun new grilling recipe for you, I do have a tabbouleh salad that would make a great side dish when you are cooking on the grill. It’s perfect for your summer picnics and get togethers, too, since it’s a mayo-less salad!
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Tabbouleh with Chickpeas and Artichokes
- 2 cups bulgur wheat
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 pound dried chickpeas, cooked according to package directions
(or about 3 cups canned chickpeas, rinsed) - 2 cucumbers, peeled and diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 3 tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 14 ounce can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Handful of basil leaves, chopped
- Handful of fresh Italian parsley leaves, chopped
- Handful of fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Combine the bulgur wheat and the water in a large sauce pan. Bring to a boil and then reduce the mixture to a simmer. Cook the bulgur for approximately 15 minutes until all of the water has been absorbed. Set aside to cool. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Rinse the chickpeas and transfer them to the mixing bowl with the cooled bulgur. Add the cucumbers, red onion, tomatoes, and artichoke hearts.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the juice from the 2 lemons and the olive oil. Add the dressing to the bulgur and vegetable mixture. Add in the chopped herbs and toss all of the ingredients together. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour prior to serving.
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This looks so healthy and delicious. I am definitely going to make it this coming weekend so I can have it for lunches next week.
This looks awesome! Love all of the flavors going on. I am off to tweet now:)
Awesome side dish. This would go great with anything off the grill.
Mmm, i love how healthy and hearty this looks. Thank you for the recipe, I will be starring it for future use.
Looks delicious! And I LOVE the photo!
It’s been cold and rainy here too but I think warm weather and sunshine are coming back tomorrow! I can’t wait – I’m ready to grill :)
The only thing missing is some pita bread. Yum!!!!
Gorgeous salad.. this would do me for a nice light meal! with the fresh herbs and artichoke hearts… so good!!
What a delicious and healthy looking dish!
Oh My Goodness. We must think alike. I have a very similar recipe on my menu for lunch next week. Thanks for the preview.
This is a wonderful recipe, well presented and the photographs are great. I’ve actually made a similar dish to this but with sprouted chick peas.
I love middle eastern cuisine, and this version of Tabbouleh looks mighty tasty. I will have to make it soon, thanks for sharing!
What a gorgeous looking salad for the summer Jen – so fresh and light!
What a great and healthy recipe. I’ll be turning this one over to my wife the salad queen. Excellent photography, too. Thanks!
This looks perfect for summer! Great photos too!
Oh!! ..this has to be the best tabbouleh recipe I’ve ever come across!
That is indeed perfect side for grilling. I love outdoor grilling. Was looking forward to go out for grilling this weekend but the forecast is rain and cloud. Lets just cross our finger. Thanks for wonderful recipe.
Looks yummy and healthy and just how we want to eat. Definitely favoriting this one.
This is a tasty and healthy sounding salad!
Jen, I just wanted to let you know that I’ve included your recipe in the Vegetarian Ramadan round-up on my blog – hope you’ll find it interesting to check out the rest here here. Have a great weekend)
I have been living in the Middle East for 20 years and I must compliment you. This is the best tabboulleh I have ever had. I was a bit hesitant about cooking the bulgar. I usually just soak it. I had some artichokes on hand, which is what led me to your recipe, and they make a flavorful addition.