How To Make Bulgur and Cucumber Salad
A refreshing and healthy salad made with bulgur wheat and crisp cucumber, tossed in a zesty dressing.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup bulgur wheat
- 2 cups water
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the bulgur wheat, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
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Drain any excess liquid from the bulgur and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add the diced cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic. Pour over the salad and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Calories : 293kcal
- Total Fat : 19g
- Saturated Fat : 3g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 11mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 28g
- Dietary Fiber : 7g
- Sugar : 3g
- Protein : 4g
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