Best 7 Asian Bulgur Rice Salad Recipes

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our Asian Bulgur Rice Salad, a vibrant and flavorful dish that tantalizes the taste buds. This healthy and refreshing salad combines the goodness of bulgur wheat, a nutty and protein-packed grain, with an array of colorful vegetables, herbs, and a zesty dressing. Indulge in a symphony of textures and flavors as you savor the tender bulgur, crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, aromatic cilantro, and the tangy kick of lime. The dressing, a harmonious blend of olive oil, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil, adds a perfect balance of savory and sweet notes. This versatile salad can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or even as a healthy snack. With its vibrant colors and irresistible taste, the Asian Bulgur Rice Salad is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

In addition to the classic Asian Bulgur Rice Salad, the article also offers variations to suit diverse tastes and dietary preferences. For those who prefer a vegan option, the Vegan Asian Bulgur Rice Salad swaps out the honey for maple syrup, creating a salad that is just as delicious and satisfying. Alternatively, the Mediterranean Bulgur Rice Salad takes inspiration from the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean region, featuring ingredients such as feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and a tangy lemon-herb dressing. And for those who love the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine, the Mexican Bulgur Rice Salad incorporates a spicy chipotle dressing, black beans, and corn, resulting in a fiesta of flavors.

No matter your dietary preferences or culinary inclinations, the Asian Bulgur Rice Salad and its variations offer a delightful and nutritious meal that is perfect for any occasion. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

25 EASY WAYS TO COOK WITH BULGUR



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Get a boost of goodness with these easy and nutritious bulgur recipes. They're low-calorie, nutrient-dense, high in fiber, and ideal for families.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 25

Bulgur Pilaf
Bulgur Salad with Cucumbers, Red Peppers, Chickpeas, Lemon, and Dill
Bulgur Wheat, Sweet Potato, and Black Bean Gratin
Mediterranean Bulgur Salad
Bulgur Salad with Fresh Herbs and Lemon
Kisir (Turkish Bulgur Salad)
Tabbouleh
Amazing Bulgur Salad with Roasted Grapes
Lentils and Bulgur Wheat with Caramelized Onions
Chicken and Chickpeas Cold Soup
Cinnamon Banana Breakfast Bulgur
Bulgur Porridge
Fennel and Apple Salad with Bulgur Wheat
Crispy Skin Salmon Grain Bowl with Grilled Vegetables
Mediterranean Halloumi and Bulgur Wheat Salad
Bulgur Wheat Salad with Avocado
Trigo con Leche, or Trigo con Dulce (Bulgur Pudding)
Sweet Cherry Bulgur Salad
Cilantro Lime Tuna Salad
Bulgur Vegetarian Chili
Bulgur Salad with Roast Tomato and Aubergine
Bulgur Stuffed Eggplant
Winter Tabbouleh with Roasted Delicata Squash
Bulgur Nasi Goreng Style
Turkey Kibbeh with Cucumber Salad and Mint Yogurt Sauce

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a delicious recipe in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

BLACK RICE SALAD RECIPE



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This Asian flavored black rice salad is bright, fresh, and packed with good for you ingredients like black rice, snow peas, and radishes. Easy to make, filling, hearty, flavorful, and perfect for meal prep.

Provided by Aysegul Sanford

Categories     Salad

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup black rice (rinsed and drained)
4 cups water
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 small shallot (or 2 teaspoons minced red onion)
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons Asian Chili-Garlic Sauce
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 cup sugar snap peas (cut into 1-2 inch pieces)
5 radishes (- sliced thinly)
1 red or yellow bell pepper (seeded and chopped)
¼ cup fresh cilantro (roughly chopped)

Steps:

  • Place black rice, salt, and water in a medium sized saucepan over medium heat. Bring it to a boil and cook until the rice is tender, 20-25 minutes. Drain and let it cool.
  • Make the salad dressing by whisking together rice vinegar, shallot, honey, chili garlic sauce, garlic, and ginger. While still whisking, drizzle in the olive oil and sesame oil until fully combined.
  • To assemble the salad, place now-cooled black rice, sugar snap peas (or shelled edamame), radishes, bell pepper, and cilantro in a large salad bowl. Drizzle it with the dressing and give it a gentle toss.
  • Give it a taste for seasoning and add in if necessary. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 kcal, Carbohydrate 44 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 603 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BULGUR-RICE PILAF



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Submitted per request for recipes using bulgur and even though I haven't made this I thought it sounded really interesting and I am planning on making it soon. Recipe source: Bon Appetit (September 1984)

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 cup bulgur
1 cup long-grain rice
1 quart chicken broth
6 tablespoons clarified butter
4 teaspoons black mustard seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add bulgur and rice and stir for 5 minutes or until rice browns slightly.
  • Mix in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Heat clarified butter in heavy skillet over medium heat. Add mustard seed and cook until mustard seeds begin to pop.
  • Add turmeric and salt, then the bulgur/rice mixture. Stir until hot. Stir in lemon juice.
  • Serve immediately.

GELSON'S BULGUR SALAD WITH ASIAN DRESSING



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This is a delicious make-ahead salad, which is sold in the Deli case at Gelson's Market here in Los Angeles.

Provided by lynnski LA

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups water
1 cup Bulgar wheat
1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
1 cup carrot, peeled and coarsely grated
1 cup red seedless grapes
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/3 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil, oriental type
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a 1 quart saucepan, stir in bulgur, cover pan, remove from heat, and let stand until the bulgur is softened, at least 15 minutes.
  • Drain bulgur, transfer to a large bowl, add remaining salad ingredients (except dressing) and toss to combine.
  • For the dressing, place dressing ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Pour over salad and toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate until well chilled.
  • Can be made a day ahead, keep refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.8, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 301.3, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 9.4, Protein 3.8

ORIENTAL BULGUR RICE SALAD



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This tasty salad makes a nice side dish or a good main dish by adding cooked chicken or seafood. The recipe comes from Taste of Homes Light & Tasty magazine.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Grains

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 cup bulgur
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 1/2 cups cooked long-grain rice
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup corasely grated carrot
1/2 cup sliced green pepper
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon honey
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
9 cups torn mixed salsg greens (Baby greens are nice)
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Place bulgur in a bowl.
  • Stir in boiling water.
  • Cover and let stand 30 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed.
  • Drain and squeeze dry.
  • In a bowl combine the rice, celery, carrot, green pepper, cranberries, and bulgur.
  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the parsley, vinegar, olive oil, onion, water, sesame oil, honey, garlic and seasonings; SHAKE WELL.
  • Pour over rice mixture; toss gently to coat.
  • Arrange greens on salad plates.
  • Top with rice mixture; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.4, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 212.7, Carbohydrate 24.5, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 2.4, Protein 3.8

MEDITERRANEAN BULGUR SALAD



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Whether it's nutritioin or taste you're after, it doesn't get any better than this. Bulgur, beans, tomatoes, pine nuts and olive oil team up in this vegetarian main dish salad. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups vegetable broth
1-1/2 cups uncooked bulgur
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup chopped cucumber
8 green onions, sliced
1 package (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth and bulgur to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until tender and broth is almost absorbed. Remove from the heat; let stand at room temperature, uncovered, until broth is absorbed. , In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, parsley, salt and pepper. , In a large serving bowl, combine the bulgur, beans, tomatoes, cucumber and onions. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

WILD RICE AND BULGUR SALAD



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Make and share this Wild Rice and Bulgur Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup bulgur (cracked wheat)
6 cups boiling water
1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup wild rice, rinsed
2 large tomatoes, diced
1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup green onion, sliced
1/2 cup Greek salad dressing

Steps:

  • Pour water over bulgur; water level will be much higher than bulgur. Soak for one hour and drain excess water.
  • Bring stock and wild rice to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until rice is tender. Let cool.
  • In a salad bowl. mix bulgur, rice, tomato, parsley, green onion and salad dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.5, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 27.3, Carbohydrate 24.2, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 1.8, Protein 5.4

Tips:

  • Choose the right bulgur: Fine or medium bulgur is best for this salad, as it cooks quickly and has a light, fluffy texture.
  • Rinse the bulgur well: This helps to remove any dirt or impurities and prevents the salad from becoming gummy.
  • Cook the bulgur according to the package directions: Be sure not to overcook the bulgur, as it will become mushy.
  • Let the bulgur cool completely before assembling the salad: This helps to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use fresh, flavorful vegetables: The vegetables in this salad should be crisp and colorful. Feel free to use your favorite vegetables or any that are in season.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with the dressing: The dressing for this salad is simple, but you can easily adjust it to your taste. Add more or less lime juice, honey, or olive oil, or add a pinch of chili powder or cumin for a little extra flavor.

Conclusion:

This Asian bulgur rice salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is light and fluffy, with a bright and flavorful dressing. The salad is also packed with nutrients, thanks to the bulgur, vegetables, and nuts. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give this Asian bulgur rice salad a try!

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