Tabouleh is a semolina-based salad originating from the Middle East. This flavorful dish, especially popular during warm weather, now comes in an original version combining the therapeutic benefits of cannabidiol (CBD) . Discover how to prepare your own traditional CBD tabouleh to delight your taste buds while enjoying the relaxing properties of this molecule.
Ingredients needed for a traditional CBD tabbouleh
- 250g of couscous semolina
- 300 ml of boiling water
- 3 tomatoes
- 1 red or white onion
- 1 cucumber
- 1 bunch of fresh parsley
- 1 bunch of fresh mint
- 80 ml of CBD olive oil
- 80 ml of lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
Optional:
- Dried and ground CBD flowers
- Goji berries, raisins or dried apricots
Note that using CBD-infused olive oil is essential for this recipe. If you don't have any, you can use regular olive oil mixed with pure CBD oil, dosed according to your needs. Be sure to choose a legally authorized CBD oil or CBD flower with a low THC.
Preparing the semolina
Start by pouring the semolina into a large bowl and adding the boiling water. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it soak for about 10 minutes. Then, gently fluff the semolina with a fork to create a light and airy texture. Refrigerate while preparing the other ingredients.
Chopping the vegetables
Wash your tomatoes and cucumber thoroughly under cold water. Slice the onion into thin strips. Dice the tomatoes, removing the seeds. Dice the cucumber in the same way as the tomatoes, but without removing the seeds.
Next, add the chopped vegetables to the cooled semolina. Mix everything together gently to avoid crushing the pieces of tomato and cucumber.
Chopping the herbs and incorporating them
Wash the parsley and mint under cold water, drain them well, and dry them with a clean cloth. Once the herbs are completely dry, chop them finely and gently fold them into the semolina and vegetable mixture.
Optional: adding CBD flowers
Depending on your preference, you can also add CBD flowers, either ground into a powder or purchased from a shop specializing in these ingredients. This will not only give the dish a different flavor but also increase the CBD content. Thoroughly mix the ground dried CBD flowers with the other ingredients to ensure even distribution.
Traditional tabbouleh seasoning with CBD
To make this original recipe a success, think of Middle Eastern flavors. Marinated green and black olives, cooked chickpeas, and Romanesco cheese curls are among the classic ingredients that will enhance your tabbouleh.
In a bowl, combine the CBD-infused olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Whisk lightly to create a smooth dressing and then add it to your tabbouleh salad. Gently toss to coat all the ingredients and let the CBD tabbouleh chill in the refrigerator for one or two hours before serving. This will allow the salad to absorb all the flavors, from the fresh vegetables to the fragrant herbs.
Optional: add dried fruit
To add a touch of sweetness to your traditional CBD tabbouleh recipe, you can incorporate goji berries, raisins, or dried apricots. While not part of the original recipe, these dried fruits add an interesting contrast and complement the dish's freshness beautifully.
Whether for a meal with friends or to enjoy the surrounding peace and quiet on your own, this traditional tabbouleh recipe with CBD will surprise your taste buds while promoting relaxation and overall well-being. A culinary journey that combines sensory pleasure with the therapeutic benefits of cannabidiol.
Co-founder of CBD.fr
Julien Cordobes is the editor of CBD.fr. Born in 1978 in the Paris region, he first trained in e-commerce before turning to natural health approaches, a dual perspective that now structures his way of writing about cannabidiol: reading the scientific literature as it is, without hardening the conclusions, and presenting it in a language that everyone understands.
He discovered CBD at a time when the French market was developing faster than the information available to it. He acquired CBD.fr in 2022 and then took on editorial responsibility for the blog. Since then, he has published numerous articles covering the daily use of CBD, the interpretation of laboratory analyses, the evolution of the legal framework, and precautions for use.
