LENTIL BULGUR SALAD

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Give any meal an exotic flair with this zesty twist on Middle Eastern tabbouleh-a traditional bulgur salad with tomatoes, onions and parsley. Laura Bryant German of West Warren, Massachusetts tosses her version with lentils and feta cheese.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/2 cups boiling water
1-1/2 cups bulgur
5 cups water
1-1/2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
1 cup diced green onion
1 cup diced sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
DRESSING:
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dill seed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, pour boiling water over bulgur; let stand until the liquid is absorbed, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add lentils. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain. In another large bowl, combine bulgur and lentils; cool completely., Add the peppers, onions and parsley. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, oil, basil, dill, salt and pepper. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Crumble feta cheese over top; toss again. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 370mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 13g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Paballo Mncwango
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils and vegetables.


Touseef Zubair
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Oluwarotimi Akeem
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on Sunday and it was still delicious on Tuesday.


G.M. Saiful Islam
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this salad. The bulgur and vegetables balanced out the lentils perfectly.


Shamimahmed Eva
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Faisal Hadil
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Ormarni Art
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This salad is delicious and very easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


Durosinmi Ibrahim
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This salad is really good. I love the combination of lentils and bulgur, and the vegetables add a nice crunch.


Maxamed Saleebaan
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This salad is delicious! The lentils and bulgur are a great combination, and the vegetables add a nice flavor. The dressing is also very good. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Aggrey Mwaseba
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils and bulgur. It's also very healthy and filling. The dressing is very flavorful, and the vegetables add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Genna Green
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I'm not usually a fan of lentil salads, but this one is really good. The bulgur and vegetables add a nice texture and flavor, and the dressing is very flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Guuuc Guvucc
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of lentils and bulgur, and the vegetables add a nice crunch. The dressing is also very flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Annelise Carless
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The lentils and bulgur make it a hearty and filling meal, while the vegetables add a nice crunch. The dressing is also very flavorful. I'll be making this ag


Sk Nayem
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique combination of lentils, bulgur, and vegetables. The dressing was also a perfect complement to the flavors in the salad. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Petar Donchev
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This lentil bulgur salad is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. The lentils add a hearty bite, while the bulgur provides a nutty flavor. The vegetables add a refreshing crunch, and the dressing ties everything together perfectly. I highly