This hearty bulgur pilaf is bursting with flavor coming from the fresh parsley and mint. It is so quick to prepare and makes a perfect lunch salad to take to work. Make a bigger batch and you'll have a yummy and healthy lunch for a few days.
To keep things interesting while prepping this salad for the week ahead, add different types of veggies so you are not eating the same lunch every day! Carrots, red beets, kale, radish are just a few other examples that would taste great in this lunch salad.
If you have never heard of bulgur (aka cracked wheat) before, it is as tasty as the more popular quinoa and cheaper too. Win-win if you ask me. Though this whole grain is not suitable for gluten-intolerant people, it is naturally in high-fiber and low in fat and calories. Furthermore, bulgur is an excellent source of essential minerals such as manganese, magnesium, and iron, plus it’s a good source of plant-based protein.
And what's more, bulgur is a very good source of dietary fiber improve digestive and heart health. One single cup provides 25 percent of your daily need.
Minty Bulgur Pilaf
Ingredients (serves 2)
½ cup uncooked bulgur
1 cup cucumber, chopped
1/4 cup spring onion, finely chopped
1/4-1/2 cup freshly chopped mint
1/4-1/2 cup freshly chopped parsley
1 cup tomato, chopped
1 tsp lime zest
Juice of 1 lime
3 tbsp olive oil
1 clove of garlic, minced
Sea salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook the bulgur according to the instructions on the package. Allow to cool.
- Meanwhile, combine olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Wish to combine. Set aside.
- When the bulgur is cold, add the veggies and dressing. Stir well and divide over bowls or plates.
Have a lovely weekend!
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