Tabbouleh Salad

Ingredients

• 1 bunch fresh parsley (see notes)
• 2 sprig fresh mint leaves (see notes)
• 1/2 small onion
• 1 to 2 tbsp fine bulgur
• 1 medium-sized tomato
• 2 tbsp Pomegranate arils (optional)
• 2 tbsp feta cheese (optional)
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice (or lime juice)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   soak: Pour 1/4 cup water into the bowl of bulgur, stir and drain off the excess water. Keep this aside while you prep the rest of the ingredients.

2. 2

   Chop the parsley, mint leaves and onion finely.

3. 3

   chop: Halve the tomatoes, remove the pulp and chop them finely.

4. 4

   mix: Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper in a small bowl.

5. 5

   mix: Add all the ingredients to a large bowl. Don't mix until ready to serve. Keep refrigerated. Close to serving time, pour the dressing and toss everything together. Stir in the pomegranate seeds and feta cheese if using.

6. 6

   Serve with lettuce leaves or pita along with other appetizers.