Tabbouleh (Bulgur And Herb Salad)

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Title: Tabbouleh (Bulgur And Herb Salad)
Categories: Vegetables, Salads
Yield: 4 servings


1 c bulgur -- fine
1 md onion -- finely chopped
1 1/2 c parsley -- finely chopped
1/4 c fresh mint -- chopped
1/4 c olive oil
1/4 c lemon juice
: salt
8 romaine lettuce leaves
2 md tomatoes -- cut in wedges

Soak bulgur in cold water 20 minutes.

Drain the bulgur and squeeze out as much moisture as
possible with your hands. Combine the bulgur, onion
(or scallions), parsley and mint in a bowl. Sprinkle
with oil, lemon juice and a little salt, and mix
thoroughly. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Cover and
chill in the refrigerator.

To serve, mound the salad in the center of a plate.
Decorate with thelettuce leaves and tomato wedges. The
lettuce leaves may be used toscoop up the salad.

> One may also add to the salad: finely chopped
tomatoes, cucumber or green pepper.

Recipe By : demers@ere.umontreal.ca (Demers Serge)

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