Mediterranean Tabouli - a delicious alternative to pasta!
After a workout, it’s time to restore your energy with an easy to digest starch. Looking for an alternative to pasta? Try this Mediterranean Tabouli salad. It is off the charts in Vitamin K (over 900 % the DV), and has more than 100% the DV in Vitamin C and manganese. It is also high in Vitamin A and loaded with good fiber. Vitamin K helps you absorb mineral calcium, helps prevent hardening of the arteries and has demonstrated anti-cancer properties. Vitamins A and C are powerful antioxidants to help relieve oxidation stress from your workout.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup wheat bulgur (dry) makes 2 cups after combining with liquid
- 3 cups parsley, minced
- 1/2 medium onion, minced
- 1 medium tomato, chopped
- 3 TBS extra virgin olive oil
- 1 TBS fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, press or chopped (can used minced garlic in a jar from your supermarket)
- sea salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- Mince onion and press or chop fresh garlic and let sit for 5 minutes to bring out their hidden health benefits. (If using bottled garlic, simply add to the onion after it has sit for 5 minutes.)
- Place 1 cup wheat bulgur and salt to taste in a bowl. Pour 2 cups boiling water or broth over the bulgur, stir once and let sit for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Combine all ingredients and mix well. Add fresh tomatoes at the end to improve texture.
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