Saray Usulü Kısır

Saray Usulü Kısır is a traditional Turkish bulgur salad enriched with fresh vegetables and herbs, providing a refreshing and flavorful snack. This dish is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it an ideal option for a light meal or appetizer.

Ingredients

• Fine bulgur - 100 grams
• Hot water - 150 ml
• Tomato - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Cucumber - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Green bell pepper - 1 small, finely chopped
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Fresh mint - 15 grams, finely chopped
• Pomegranate molasses - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a large bowl, place the fine bulgur and pour hot water over it. Cover the bowl and let it sit for about 15 minutes until the bulgur absorbs the water and softens.
2. Once the bulgur is softened, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains.
3. Add the chopped tomato, cucumber, green bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and mint to the bulgur. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the pomegranate molasses, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the bulgur mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
6. Let the kısır sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables and herbs.

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