Tabbouleh With Chickpeas
Steps
Put the bulgur in a small bowl , cover with cold water and let stand for 10 minutes , then drain.
Place the bulgur in a clean kitchen towel or a double thickness of cheesecloth and squeeze dry.
Transfer to a bowl and , using a fork , separate into individual grains.
Stir in the parsley , green onions , tomato , mint , chickpeas , olive oil , the 3 tbs.
Lemon juice and the cumin.
Season with salt and pepper.
Taste and add more lemon juice , if needed.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Bring to room temperature before serving.
Taste and adjust the seasonings , and serve with the romaine hearts alongside for scooping.
Ingredients
bulgur, fresh flat-leaf parsley, green onion, tomatoes, of fresh mint, chickpeas, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, cumin seed, salt & freshly ground black pepper, romaine lettuce hearts