Vibrant Middle Eastern salad with bulgur wheat, fresh herbs, tomatoes, and crisp cucumber in zesty lemon dressing.
# What you need:
→ Grain Base
01 - 1 cup fine bulgur wheat
02 - 1 cup boiling water
→ Fresh Produce
03 - 2 medium tomatoes, diced
04 - 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
05 - 4 scallions, finely sliced
06 - 1 large bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped (about 1 cup packed)
07 - 1/2 bunch fresh mint leaves, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup packed)
→ Dressing
08 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
09 - 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
10 - 1 garlic clove, finely minced
11 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# How to Make It:
01 - Place bulgur wheat in a large bowl. Pour boiling water over it, cover, and let stand for 10-15 minutes until the bulgur is tender and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool to room temperature.
02 - Add diced tomatoes, cucumber, scallions, parsley, and mint to the cooled bulgur.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the bulgur mixture. Toss gently until well combined and evenly coated.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
06 - Serve cold or at room temperature as a light meal or alongside grilled meats and falafel.
