8 Twists on Traditional Tabbouleh Salad

Summer is salad season and one of the quintessential salads of summer is tabbouleh (or tabouli). This vegetarian Middle Eastern dish is chock-full of crunchy vegetables and fresh herbs, which makes it perfect for a light summer meal or a flavorful side dish.

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What Is Tabbouleh?

Tabbouleh is an Arab or Levantine vegetarian salad that's traditionally made with bulgur wheat, parsley, tomatoes, mint, onion and olive oil, but there are lots of new ways to make this summery dish. Using quinoa or lentils in place of the bulgur makes it gluten-free, while substituting cauliflower makes it low in carbs. Add grilled vegetables or greens such as kale for added nutrition.

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Whether it's Carrot Top Tabouli Salad, Breakfast Tabbouleh or Tabouli With Fresh Jalapeño, don't let summer go by without trying some of these delicious, fresh and flavorful twists on traditional tabbouleh! Scroll through the 8 best tabbouleh recipes we've rounded up from some of our favorite food bloggers.