Do you have any leftover cooked bulgur in your kitchen and looking for an easy and quick side dish? Look no further as we have a recipe that can help you turn your leftover bulgur into a delicious Asian-inspired salad. Cooked bulgur, a Middle Eastern whole-grain side dish, is packed with nutrients and fiber and it has a nutty flavor. In this recipe, cooked bulgur is tossed with a simple yet flavorful Asian-inspired dressing and mixed with colorful and crunchy vegetables. You can add your favorite protein to make it a complete meal. With just a few ingredients and easy steps, you can have a delicious Asian bulgur rice salad on the table!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ASIAN BULGUR RICE SALAD
Some people call me the "Queen of Wheat" because I'm always telling them how to use it in creative ways. This tasty bulgur rice salad was a hit with my family. I often add cooked chicken or seafood to turn it into a main dish. -Brenda Tew of Shelley, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Place bulgur in a small bowl. Stir in boiling water. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed. Drain and squeeze dry., In a large bowl, combine the rice, celery, carrot, green pepper, cranberries and bulgur. In a small bowl, whisk the parsley, vinegar, olive oil, onion, water, sesame oil, honey, garlic and seasonings. Pour over rice mixture; toss gently to coat. , Arrange greens on salad plates. Top with rice mixture; sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ASIAN RICE NOODLE SALAD
The best thing about this salad is how it comes together in no time at all. Asian rice noodles generally cook more quickly than wheat noodles and with the addition of the precut coleslaw mix the prep time is very minimal.
Provided by Lisa Leake
Categories HarperCollins Noodle Salad Rice Side Quick & Easy Vegetarian Peanut Cabbage Ginger Dinner
Yield Seres 5-6 as a side dish
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside in a large bowl to cool (a few minutes in the freezer can help!). Cut the noodles up a bit with kitchen shears or a knife to make them easier to toss.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, vinegar, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
- Add the sauce, cilantro, peanuts, and slaw mix to the bowl with the noodles and toss until well combined. If desired, sprinkle in red pepper flakes to taste. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate for later.
MEDITERRANEAN BULGUR SALAD
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
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.
THAI RICE NOODLE SALAD
Just made it up 5 minutes ago and it's really good. It can be served warm or cold; toss again right before serving. Do not overcook the noodles.
Provided by christinadavis
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Fill a bowl with boiling water; add rice noodles. Cover bowl and let sit until noodles are softened, about 10 minutes. Drain. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and toss to coat.
- Mix romaine lettuce, red bell pepper, red onion, green onions, cucumber, basil, cilantro, ginger root, jalapeno pepper, and garlic with rice noodles.
- Whisk 1/3 cup olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, white sugar, lemon juice, lime juice, salt, turmeric, and paprika together in a bowl; pour over rice noodle mixture and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.8 calories, Carbohydrate 65.2 g, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 1591.5 mg, Sugar 14.4 g
ORIENTAL BULGUR RICE SALAD
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
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
GELSON'S BULGUR SALAD WITH ASIAN DRESSING
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
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
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh vegetables, flavorful herbs, and tender bulgur rice.
- Cook the bulgur rice according to the package directions. Be sure to rinse it well before cooking to remove any impurities.
- If you don't have time to cook the bulgur rice ahead of time, you can use instant bulgur rice. Just follow the directions on the package.
- Feel free to customize the recipe to your liking. Add more or less vegetables, herbs, or spices to taste.
- Serve the salad immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later. It will keep for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This Asian bulgur rice salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is easy to make. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give this Asian bulgur rice salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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