Warm Bulgur Salad with Fresh Herbs and Lemon Dressing

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A refreshing warm bulgur wheat salad tossed with fresh parsley, mint, and a zesty lemon dressing, showcasing classic Lebanese flavors. This Middle Eastern-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs fine bulgur wheat, boiling water, olive oil into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 1 cup fine bulgur wheat in a large bowl and pour over 1 1/4 cups boiling water. Cover tightly and let soak for 20 minutes until the bulgur is tender and water absorbed.
  2. Step 2: Fluff the bulgur with a fork and stir in 3 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp salt, mixing well.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint, 4 thinly sliced green onions, 2 diced medium tomatoes, and 1 diced medium cucumber to the bulgur.
  4. Step 4: Pour 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice over the salad and season with 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss thoroughly to combine all ingredients and flavors.
  5. Step 5: Serve the salad warm or at room temperature as a light main or side dish.

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