Recommended by Meriter’s Clinical Dietitian, Krista Kohls  Â
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dry bulgur wheat
- 1 1/2 cup boiling water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 heaping tsp crushed garlic
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions (white and green parts)
- 10-12 leaves chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup good olive oil
- Fresh black pepper
- 2 med tomatoes, diced
- 1 packed cup freshly chopped parsley
- 1 chopped cucumber
Optional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas
- 1 chopped green pepper
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
Combine first 3 ingredients in a bowl. Cover and let sit for 15-20 minutes, or until bulgur is chewable. Add lemon juice, garlic, scallions, mint, oil, black pepper and mix. Refrigerate 2-3 hours. Just before serving add veggies (including parsley) and mix gently.
