Bulgur & Quinoa Salad

Bulgur is a staple ingredient in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, and it is made from cracked wheat that has been parboiled and dried.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Bulgur & Quinoa Salad

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Bulgur
• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
• 1 small Red Onion
• 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley
• 0.5 cup Fresh Mint
• 3 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and add bulgur and quinoa. Cook according to package instructions.
2. Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked bulgur and quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, fresh parsley, and fresh mint.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
6. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Serve the bulgur and quinoa salad chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 5g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.