Steps

1. Wash the bulgur in several changes of cool water. Drain and set aside.
2. Mix the water, salt and allspice in a medium-sized bowl. Add the bulgur and soak for 20-30 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed. Fluff the bulgur periodically with a fork.
3. Squeeze any excess liquid from the bulgur, then add the tomatoes, cucumber, herbs, and scallions.
4. In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic. Stir into the bulgur mixture, adjust seasoning and chill well before serving.

Notes

This healthy Mediterranean salad is made from bulgur, a wholegrain wheat product. The wheat kernel is steamed, which makes its nutrients easier to absorb. The kernels are dried and then cracked by passing them through rollers. Because the preliminary steaming softens the starches, bulgur requires no additional heat while "cooking."

Tabouleh makes an excellent accompaniment to grilled meats such as lamb and chicken kebabs.