Herbed Bulgur Salad

This Herbed Bulgur Salad is a vibrant Moroccan-inspired dish packed with protein and fresh flavors. A delightful combination of bulgur, chickpeas, and a medley of herbs makes it a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Bulgur wheat - 100 grams
• Chickpeas (cooked) - 100 grams
• Cucumber (diced) - 1 medium
• Cherry tomatoes (halved) - 150 grams
• Red onion (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 30 grams
• Fresh mint (chopped) - 15 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the bulgur wheat under cold water and then place it in a bowl.
2. Pour over 250 ml of boiling water, cover, and let it sit for about 15-20 minutes until the bulgur is tender and water is absorbed.
3. While the bulgur is soaking, prepare the vegetables: dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the red onion.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
5. Once the bulgur is ready, fluff it with a fork and add it to the mixing bowl with the vegetables.
6. Add the chopped parsley and mint to the bowl.
7. Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over the salad, then sprinkle the cumin, salt, and black pepper.
8. Toss everything together until well combined and adjust seasoning if necessary.
9. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with extra herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chickpeas, promoting muscle health and satiety.
• Rich in fiber, aiding digestion and helping to maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

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