Ingredients
- 1 cup bulgur wheat
- 3 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely chopped
- ½ onion, minced
- ½ cup minced fresh mint
- ½ cup minted fresh flat-leaf parsley
- Juice of 2 lemons
- ½ cup olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Nutritional Information
Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)
270 calories; 18 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 13 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 25 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 3 grams sugars; 4 grams protein; 12 milligrams sodium
Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
Six servings
Preparation
- Place the bulgur in a bowl with cold water to cover and allow it to soften for 2 to 3 hours. Wrap in a clean kitchen towel and drain.
- Drain excess liquid from the tomatoes and cucumber. In a large bowl, combine the bulgur, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, mint and parsley. Add the lemon juice, oil and salt and mix well. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Dining and Cooking