MEXICAN BULGUR AND VEGETABLE SALAD

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Provided by Zanne Stewart

Categories     Salad     Tomato     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Mint     Pine Nut     Cucumber     Healthy     Vegan     Jícama     Cilantro     Bulgur     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 (side dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup boiling-hot water
1/2 cup coarse bulgur
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 large plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 cup diced (1/4-inch) cored seedless cucumber
1 cup diced (1/4-inch) peeled jicama
2 cups chopped cilantro
1/2 cup chopped mint leaves
3 tablespoons pine nuts, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Pour boiling water over bulgur in a heatproof bowl, then cover bowl tightly with a plate and let stand 1 hour.
  • Drain bulgur in a sieve, pressing to remove any excess liquid, and transfer to a large bowl. Add lemon juice, oil, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and toss well. Stir in remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper and serve at room temperature.

Bajwa Shehbaz
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I love how healthy this salad is. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants.


Kennidee Keene
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's even better the next day.


Rifat Saurabh
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I'm not a big fan of cilantro, but I still really enjoyed this salad. The other flavors were so strong that the cilantro didn't overpower them.


Sara Farina
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I love the smoky flavor of the roasted vegetables in this salad. It really takes it to the next level.


Yubraj Subedi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Mamunur Rashid
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great recipe to have on hand for potlucks and parties.


chris reynolds
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I love how versatile this salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Adijat Morenikeji
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Sienna Thomas
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.


Esther Shish
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and delicious!


Golden Hand
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Basil Hill
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I love the bright and colorful vegetables in this salad. They make it so inviting.


tessy andrew
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Big Gee
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I'm not a big fan of bulgur, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing was flavorful and the vegetables were fresh.


Mr. Shadow
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was delicious! It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


john abarquez
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The bulgur was fluffy and the vegetables were crisp.


Olimpia Sainez
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Khalid Bhatti
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This bulgur salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of flavors and textures was amazing.