Tabouleh And Chick Pea Salad

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This tabouleh and chick pea salad is a healthy and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Bulghur or quinoa are mixed with chick peas, vegetables, and herbs for a light but filling salad.

serves/makes:

ready in:
under 30 minutes

ingredients

3/4 cup medium-grain bulghur wheat, soaked in cold water for 30 minutes, well drained
OR
1 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
1 can (16 ounce size) chick peas, rinsed and drained
2 cups finely chopped parsley
1/2 cup finely chopped mint leaves
1 bunch scallions, green and white parts, finely sliced
4 ripe plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
salt and black pepper, to taste
sliced black olives, for garnish

directions

Combine the bulghur wheat or quinoa, chick peas, parsley, mint, scallions, and tomatoes in a bowl and mix gently.

In another bowl, whisk together the lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir the lemon dressing into the tabouleh and chick pea salad, garnish with the olives and serve immediately.