Tabouleh

Tabouleh, or Tabbouli is a Lebanese salad is traditionally served for special occasions. It's sour taste is well balanced when eaten with scoops of romaine lettuce, cabbage, or young fresh grape vine leaves. You can find "Burghul" or "Cracked Wheat" in Mediterranean grocery stores, just make sure you get the finest grain available.

Ingredients:
4 cups finely chopped parsley leaves
2 cups petite diced fresh tomatoes
1/2 cup petite diced onion
1 1/2 teaspoon crushed dried mint (or 2 tablespoons fresh mint)
1/4 cup fine Burghul, soaked in 1/4 cup cold water for 15 minutes
Juice of 3 large lemons
1/2 teaspoon of allspice, black pepper, and salt
1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Preparation:
Rub the petite diced onion with the salt and spice mixture and add it to the rest of the ingredients. Mix well and adjust the salt to taste.

Serves 5