Coriander Tabbouleh Salad with Shrimp

Coriander Tabbouleh Salad with Shrimp

A great summer salad for buffets or as a meal on its own.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup bulgur (cracked wheat), uncooked
  • 2 ½ cups boiling water
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 10 jumbo cooked shrimp – peeled and deveined

Directions

Step 1
Place bulgur in a large bowl, and pour the boiling water and olive oil over it. Stir, cover, and let stand for 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 2
When all of the water has been absorbed and the bulgur is tender, stir in the lemon juice, cucumber, green onions, parsley, and mint. Season with coriander, ginger, salt and pepper. Garnish with shrimp.

Cook’s Note:

You can substitute 3 tomatoes for the cucumber, or use a combination of cucumber and tomatoes in this salad.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

312
Calories
12g
Fat
34g
Carbs
21g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 312
% Daily Value *
Total Fat12g 15%
Saturated Fat2g 9%
Cholesterol137mg 46%
Sodium472mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate34g 12%
Dietary Fiber9g 31%
Total Sugars2g
Protein21g
Vitamin C36mg 180%
Calcium107mg 8%
Iron5mg 26%
Potassium529mg 11%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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