Middle Eastern salad with bulgur and parsley
Description
This is a basic Middle Eastern salad recipe with bulgur and parsley, although you'll find numerous variations throughout the countries of this region. It often includes chili pepper, fresh mint, dill, basil, pomegranate seeds, and even garlic.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Prepare all the necessary ingredients for making the salad. Wash the vegetables and dry them.
- 2
Step 2
Rinse the bulgur thoroughly, pour clean water over it in a 1 to 3 ratio, and simmer over low heat for about 15 minutes. The grain should swell well, and the water should completely evaporate.
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Step 3
Chop the onion into small cubes and generously pour lemon juice over it.
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Step 4
Remove the stem ends from the tomatoes, dice them finely, and add to the bowl with the onion.
- 5
Step 5
Finely chop the herbs, add the cooled cooked bulgur to the bowl with the vegetables. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, and dress with olive oil.
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Step 6
Mix the salad thoroughly.
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Step 7
Delicious and healthy bulgur and parsley salad should be served immediately after preparation.