Kısır with Chickpeas

Kısır with Chickpeas is a vibrant and protein-packed Turkish salad that combines bulgur wheat with fresh vegetables and hearty chickpeas, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Perfect as a light meal or a side dish, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Bulgur wheat - 100 grams
• Chickpeas (cooked) - 200 grams
• Tomato (diced) - 1 medium
• Cucumber (diced) - 1 medium
• Red bell pepper (diced) - 1 medium
• Green onion (chopped) - 2 stalks
• Parsley (chopped) - 30 grams
• Mint leaves (chopped) - 10 grams
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Pomegranate molasses - 1 tablespoon (optional)

Steps

1. Rinse the bulgur wheat under cold water and then soak it in warm water for about 15 minutes until it absorbs the water and softens.
2. While the bulgur is soaking, prepare the vegetables: dice the tomato, cucumber, and red bell pepper. Chop the green onion, parsley, and mint leaves.
3. In a large bowl, combine the soaked bulgur wheat with the diced vegetables and cooked chickpeas.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and pomegranate molasses (if using).
5. Pour the dressing over the bulgur mixture and toss gently to combine all the ingredients well.
6. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chickpeas, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in dietary fiber, aiding digestion and promoting satiety.

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