Description
A light and fresh salad combining bulgur wheat, fresh herbs, and zesty lemon, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup bulgur wheat
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup diced English cucumbers
- 1 cup chopped parsley
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 lemons (juiced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the bulgur wheat under cold water, then soak it in 2 cups of water for about 30 minutes until it’s tender. Drain any excess water.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, and mint.
- Fluff the bulgur wheat with a fork and add it to the bowl with the vegetables. Toss everything together to blend flavors.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Mix until well combined.
- Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Serve as a light lunch or as a side dish with grilled meats. Garnish with extra mint leaves or pomegranate seeds for added flair.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tabouli, salad, vegetarian, Mediterranean, summer recipes