Bulgur Salad with Cherries
(from redmed2000’s recipe box)
Source: Body + Soul magazine
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Serves 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 cup bulgur wheat
- Coarse salt and ground pepper
- 2 Tbsp walnut oil
- 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 shallot, minced
- 1/2 lb fresh sweet cherries, halved and pitted
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (tarragon, chives, parsley)
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
Directions
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In medium saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, bring 2 cups water to a boil.
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Stir in bulgur and 1/4 tsp salt.
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Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook until water is absorbed and bulgur is tender, about 15 minutes.
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Meanwhile, in medium bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, and shallot; season with salt & pepper
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Add bulgur and toss to combine.
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Refrigerate, uncovered, until cool, about 10 minutes
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Add cherries, herbs, and walnuts to bulgur mixture; toss to combine.
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Season again with salt and pepper. Serve.
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Per serving: 275 calories, 7g protein, 12 g fat, 39g carb, 9g fiber