BULGUR AND MINT SALAD

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Provided by Jacques Pepin

Categories     weekday, salads and dressings

Time 4h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups bulgur wheat
1 1/2 cups lightly packed mint leaves
1 1/2 cups lightly packed parsley
1 large carrot (about 8 ounces), peeled and grated into strips on the large-hole side of cheese grater (about 3/4 cup)
6 scallions, cleaned and minced (about 3/4 cup)
4 cloves garlic, peeled, crushed and minced (about 1 tablespoon)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup corn oil

Steps:

  • Place the bulgur in a saucepan and cover it with 4 cups of cool tap water. Soak for at least 3 to 4 hours (or overnight, if desired).
  • Meanwhile, coarsely chop the mint and parsley together. (There should be 1 1/2 cups total.)
  • Drain the bulgur in a sieve for 10 to 20 minutes. Place the drained bulgur in a bowl and add the carrot, scallions, garlic, salt, Tabasco, lemon juice and oil. Mix well.
  • Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 407, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 352 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Nurazizah Haebidin
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This salad was a bit too tangy for my taste.


Ahmed tube
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I'm not a big fan of bulgur, but I really liked this salad. The mint and lemon flavors really brightened up the bulgur.


Ahil Jaan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bulgur. I always have some leftover bulgur in my fridge and this is a great way to use it up.


Altaf Chang
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I love this salad because it's so versatile. I've served it as a side dish, a main course, and even a snack. It's always a hit.


Sahadoth Hosen
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Ajay Halwai
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I found this salad to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding some more herbs and spices to give it more flavor.


Mifrah Siddiqui
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This salad was a bit too tangy for my taste. I would recommend using less lemon juice.


Lope Kapasa
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I was pleasantly surprised by this salad. I'm not usually a fan of bulgur, but this salad was really good. The mint and lemon flavors were very refreshing.


David Wangari
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This salad is delicious! The mint and lemon really brighten up the bulgur. I also added some chopped red onion for a little extra bite.


Jojo Wael
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover bulgur. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad.


EZZA FATIMAH
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This bulgur and mint salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The bulgur is cooked to perfection and the combination of mint, lemon, and parsley adds a bright and herbaceous flavor. I also added some chopped cucumbe