If your friends and family think vegan food is tasteless and insubstantial, bring this dish to the next dinner party. Every time I serve this a few people ask me for the recipe. Eating lower on the food chain is better for your health and helps our environment. Enjoy!
Tabbouleh with Mint and Pistachios
¼ c. fine bulgur
3 Tbs. lemon juice
¼ tsp. honey
1 1/3 c. finely chopped pistachios
1 c. finely chopped curly parsley
1 small cucumber, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 medium tomato, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
4 green onions, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh mint
3 Tbs. olive oil
Place bulgur in large bowl and add 1/3 cup boiler water. Let stand 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and honey, and let stand 5 minutes more, or until all liquid is absorbed. Fluff bulgur with fork, and stir in remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper.
