Middle Eastern Bulgur Salad

Vegetarian
Health score
25%
Middle Eastern Bulgur Salad
45 min.
4
314kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with this delightful Bulgur Salad, a perfect addition to any meal. This vegetarian dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it an excellent choice for a healthy lunch, side dish, or even a main course. With its combination of wholesome ingredients like chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and crumbled feta cheese, this salad is a celebration of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. The nutty flavor of bulgur pairs beautifully with the crispness of cucumbers and the juiciness of ripe tomatoes, while the fresh parsley and green onions add a burst of color and freshness. Drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing and a touch of olive oil, each bite is a refreshing experience that transports you to the sun-soaked streets of the Mediterranean.

Not only is this Bulgur Salad delicious, but it also boasts a balanced caloric profile, with 314 kcal per serving. With a healthy mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that will leave you feeling satisfied. Whether you’re looking to impress at your next dinner party or simply want to enjoy a nutritious meal at home, this Middle Eastern Bulgur Salad is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup bulgur uncooked
  • 15 oz garbanzo beans rinsed drained canned (garbanzo beans)
  • cup cucumber chopped
  • oz feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup spring onion thinly sliced
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • medium tomatoes 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • cup water boiling

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In small bowl, pour water over bulgur.
  2. Let stand 30 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix remaining ingredients except tomatoes. Core tomatoes. Make 4 cuts in each tomato from top to bottom without cutting all the way through bottom of tomato.
  4. Place tomatoes on individual plates.
  5. Stir bulgur into bean mixture; spoon into tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories314kcal
Protein14.68%
Fat34.46%
Carbs50.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.83
Glycemic Load
12.7
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
24.502608739811%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.94mg
Apigenin
8.08mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.34mg
Myricetin
0.72mg
Quercetin
2.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:314.13kcal
15.71%
Fat:12.64g
19.45%
Saturated Fat:3.25g
20.32%
Carbohydrates:41.98g
13.99%
Net Carbohydrates:30.32g
11.03%
Sugar:4.31g
4.79%
Cholesterol:12.62mg
4.21%
Sodium:766.23mg
33.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.11g
24.23%
Vitamin K:112.75µg
107.38%
Manganese:1.87mg
93.29%
Fiber:11.66g
46.65%
Vitamin B6:0.78mg
39.13%
Vitamin C:28.26mg
34.26%
Vitamin A:1567.63IU
31.35%
Phosphorus:255.47mg
25.55%
Magnesium:97.39mg
24.35%
Folate:76.51µg
19.13%
Potassium:669.29mg
19.12%
Copper:0.38mg
18.91%
Iron:2.88mg
15.99%
Calcium:149.81mg
14.98%
Zinc:2.01mg
13.42%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.49%
Vitamin B3:2.49mg
12.43%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.3%
Vitamin B5:0.95mg
9.53%
Vitamin E:1.38mg
9.2%
Selenium:4.98µg
7.11%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
3.99%