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    Tabbouleh Pasta Salad

    Published: Aug 1, 2016 · Modified: May 17, 2018 by Richa 12 Comments

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    Tabbouleh Pasta Salad.  Parsley, tomatoes, fusilli pasta dressed with olive oil, salt, pepper and lemon. Fresh Summer Salad. Vegan Soy-free Recipe. Can be made gluten-free with gf pasta. Pin this Recipe.  

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    Tabbouleh Pasta Salad. Parsley, tomatoes, fusilli pasta dressed with olive oil, salt, pepper and lemon. Fresh Summer Salad. #Vegan #Soyfree Recipe. Can be made #glutenfree with gf pasta. | VeganRicha.com

    Tabbouleh Pasta Salad. Parsley, tomatoes, fusilli pasta dressed with olive oil, salt, pepper and lemon. Fresh Summer Salad. #Vegan #Soyfree Recipe. Can be made #glutenfree with gf pasta. | VeganRicha.com

    Tabbouleh or Tabouli  is a middle eastern salad made with tomatoes, onion, chopped parsley, mint, bulgur (or couscous)  olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. It is generally available in similar forms in middle eastern restaurants as a side or a part of the mezze. 

    This past week has been very hot in here in the PNW and I have been craving cold things to eat. I made this salad the other day with whole grain fussilli with the rest of the ingredients as a tabbouleh. Cook the pasta. Chop all the veggies and parley. Toss well with freshly sqeezed lemon juice, fresh extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper. Let chill for a few minutes and serve this hearty Summery Tabbouleh Pasta Salad. 



    Tabbouleh Pasta Salad. Parsley, tomatoes, fusilli pasta dressed with olive oil, salt, pepper and lemon. Fresh Summer Salad. Vegan Soy-free Recipe. Can be made gluten-free with gf pasta. | VeganRicha.com

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    Tabbouleh Pasta Salad. Parsley, tomatoes, fusilli pasta dressed with olive oil, salt, pepper and lemon. Fresh Summer Salad. Vegan Soy-free Recipe. Can be made gluten-free with gf pasta. | VeganRicha.com

    Tabbouleh Pasta Salad. Parsley, tomatoes, fusilli pasta dressed with olive oil, salt, pepper and lemon. Fresh Summer Salad. Vegan Soy-free Recipe. Can be made gluten-free with gf pasta. | VeganRicha.com #glutenfree #veganricha #vegan
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    Tabbouleh Pasta Salad

    Tabbouleh Pasta Salad. Parsley, tomatoes, fusilli pasta dressed with olive oil, salt, pepper and lemon. Fresh Summer Salad. Vegan Soy-free Recipe. Can be made gluten-free with gf pasta.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time25 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Middle Eastern
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 538kcal
    Author: Vegan Richa

    Ingredients

    • 6 to 8 oz (170 to 225 g) whole grain fusilli
    • 2 (2) tomatoes chopped small or 1+ cups of cherry tomatoes, sliced into halfs
    • 1/2 (0.5) small red onion chopped small
    • 1 cucumber chopped small
    • one bunch fresh parsley finely chopped (1.5 to 2 cups)
    • 2 tbsp mint leaves finely chopped
    • salt to taste
    • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp black pepper
    • 1/4 cup (61 ml) lemon juice or more
    • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

    Instructions

    • Cook the fusilli according to instructions. Wash in cold water and add to a large bowl.
    • Wash the parsley really well. Chop up the tomatoes, onions, parsley and mint and add to the bowl. Toss well.
    • Add salt, pepper, lemon and olive oil, toss well. Chill the salad for atleast an hour (the flavors infuse and improve). Taste and adjust salt and lemon. Add a good pinch of cayenne if you desire. Add a clove of garlic minced and mix in.

    Notes

    nutritional information based on one serving

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Tabbouleh Pasta Salad
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 538 Calories from Fat 81
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 9g14%
    Saturated Fat 1g6%
    Sodium 344mg15%
    Potassium 1143mg33%
    Carbohydrates 102g34%
    Fiber 5g21%
    Sugar 7g8%
    Protein 20g40%
    Vitamin A 6255IU125%
    Vitamin C 115.8mg140%
    Calcium 168mg17%
    Iron 8.5mg47%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Tabbouleh Pasta Salad. Parsley, tomatoes, fusilli pasta dressed with olive oil, salt, pepper and lemon. Fresh Summer Salad. Vegan Soy-free Recipe. Can be made gluten-free with gf pasta. | VeganRicha.com

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    1. Shaina Alissa Clingempeel

      January 23, 2023 at 6:50 am

      Would this work w/out fresh parsley and mint? I think I have them on my spice rack! This looks amazing; I love tabouleh but wanted a GF version and am always down for pasta. Thanks. 🙂

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      • Vegan Richa Support

        January 23, 2023 at 10:25 am

        The fresh herbs really make the flavors pop, however, you can certainly swap with dry version. I would recommend reducing the amount used. Try 1/2 cup of dry parsley and 1 tbsp of mint. Enjoy!

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    2. Leah B

      June 07, 2022 at 3:58 pm

      5 stars
      I just found this recipe and tried it tonight for dinner. It was delicious! Thanks for another winner!

      Reply
      • Vegan Richa Support

        June 09, 2022 at 3:18 pm

        thank you Leah

        Reply
    3. Emily

      February 14, 2017 at 10:01 pm

      5 stars
      This pasta salad always is a winner! Fresh and filling

      Reply
    4. Cassie

      August 14, 2016 at 11:51 am

      Mediterranean cuisine is one of my favorite types to eat! There is abundance of fresh vegetables, heart-healthy fats, and plant based proteins used! Tabbouleh is so delicious–this is such a clever take on it!

      Reply
      • Richa

        August 15, 2016 at 12:38 am

        Thanks!

        Reply
    5. Karly

      August 02, 2016 at 7:35 am

      Uh, YUM! This salad looks so fresh, filling and full of flavor. I may or may not be drooling a little (a lot). I’ve gotta try this soon!

      Reply
      • Richa

        August 02, 2016 at 8:36 pm

        thanks

        Reply
    6. Carina Simeon

      August 01, 2016 at 10:40 pm

      Richa – Namaskaram. Delicious Salad. Having lived for some time in Beirut (long ago) of course I know, love and know how to prepare Tabbouleh but …….we also like Pasta in all shapes and sizes 🙂 – so needless to say, now I will make your salad for a nice change. Thank you. Carina

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      • Richa

        August 02, 2016 at 8:36 pm

        Thats awesome! It is definitely is great change to make it into a summer meal.

        Reply

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