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Spelt Tabbouleh with Jalapeño Vinaigrette

A twist on the traditional dish, spelt gives this tabbouleh an added chewy texture that pairs perfection with the slightly spicy jalapeño vinaigrette.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 167 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 6 cups fresh parsley
  • 1 ½ cups cooked spelt (prepared according to package instructions)
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 5 scallions (minced)
  • ½ cup fresh mint (minced)
Jalapeño Vinaigrette
  • 1 Jalapeño (stemmed and seeded)
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

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  1. Place parsley in a food processor and pulse until finely minced, careful not to puree.
  2. Remove parsley from the food processor and place in a large bowl. Stir in cooked spelt, cherry tomatoes, scallions and fresh mint.
  3. To prepare vinaigrette, add jalapeño, lemon juice and salt to the food processor and pulse until incorporated, 30-60 seconds. With the machine on high, slowly add olive oil and continue processing until vinaigrette is emulsified.
  4. Pour jalapeño vinaigrette over the tabbouleh and toss well. Check for seasoning and adjust accordingly.

Notes

  • Can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Over time, spelt will absorb the vinaigrette so you may wish to add additional lemon juice, olive oil or salt before serving.
  • For a mild salad, eliminate the jalapeño or remove all of the stems and seeds which is where the heat lives.
  • For a spicier salad, leave the seeds and/or add a second jalapeño.

Nutrition Information

Calories 167kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 18.5g (6%) Protein 4.3g (9%) Fat 9.9g (15%) Saturated Fat 1.3g (7%) Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 456mg (19%) Fiber 3.7g (15%) Sugar 3.1g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 167

% Daily Value*

Calories 167kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 18.5g 6%
Protein 4.3g 9%
Fat 9.9g 15%
Saturated Fat 1.3g 7%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g 51%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 456mg 19%
Fiber 3.7g 15%
Sugar 3.1g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.