Ingredients
- 1 cup bulgur
- 2 cups water
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 1 handful parsley, chopped
- 1 handful mint, chopped
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bulgur in water according to package instructions. Once cooked, transfer it to a bowl to cool.
- While the bulgur cools, finely chop the tomato, onion, cucumber, parsley, and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled bulgur with chopped vegetables and herbs. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until incorporated. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Fresh herbs are crucial for authentic flavor; opt for parsley and mint rather than dried versions. Allow the salad to rest for at least 30 minutes after mixing to let flavors meld beautifully. For added protein, consider tossing in chickpeas or using quinoa instead of bulgur for a gluten-free variation.
