Zucchini, Tomato And Bulgur Salad
- Total Time
- 30 minutes
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Ingredients
- 3teaspoons olive oil
- 1cup medium-grind bulgur
- 3cups water
- 3medium zucchinis, diced
- 2medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
- ½medium onion, peeled and diced
- 3tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2teaspoons salt
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
- 6tablespoons coarsely chopped Italian parsley
Preparation
- Step 1
Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the bulgur and cook, stirring constantly, until toasted, about 5 minutes. Place in a large bowl. Salt the water, bring to a boil and pour it over the bulgur. Let soak until tender but firm, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain through a fine sieve and place in a bowl.
- Step 2
Meanwhile, blanch the zucchinis in salted boiling water for 1 minute. Drain and refresh under cold running water. Drain again. Toss the bulgur with the zucchinis, tomatoes, onion, lemon juice, salt, pepper and parsley. Serve at room temperature.
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This salad is delicious! I have been making it for years and giving out the recipe for years too--it's a sure hit. But note, In Step 1, directions should say, "Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil ..." (not 1 teaspoon). The salad keeps well for up to 3 days, even 5, and goes well with cold chicken or other salads on a hot summer day/night. This recipe makes 4 ample main-course servings or 8 side-dish servings.
I had Israeli couscous and used that. I grilled the zucchini. I added harissa. It was wonderful.
This salad is delicious! I have been making it for years and giving out the recipe for years too--it's a sure hit. But note, In Step 1, directions should say, "Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil ..." (not 1 teaspoon). The salad keeps well for up to 3 days, even 5, and goes well with cold chicken or other salads on a hot summer day/night. This recipe makes 4 ample main-course servings or 8 side-dish servings.
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