Classic Tabbouleh by Rebar

Tabbouleh

• 1 cup bulgur
• 1 1/4 cups boiling water
• salt
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 minced garlic cloves
• cumin
• tabasco sauce
• 1 or 2 bunches of parsley
• 1/4 cup mint leaves
• 1 small red onion

Optional:

• 1 seeded and diced cucumber
• 1 can chickpeas
• diced fresh or roasted peppers
• chopped olives
• minced green onions

1. Combine bulgur and salt in bowl; stir in boiling water. Cover tightly with plastic wrap for 20 minutes. Then fluff grains with fork. Let cool to room temp.
2. Make dressing by whisking olive oil with lemon juice, garlic, and seasonings.
3. Mince parsley, mint, and red onion. Combine with bulgur, herbs, and onion. Pour dressing over ingredients and mix thoroughly. Let salad rest for 30 minutes at least before serving. Otherwise, wrap and store in freezer