Best Easy Bulgur Salad Recipes

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EASY BULGUR SALAD



Easy Bulgur Salad image

This salad can be made with couscous instead of bulgur. Cook one cup couscous according to package instructions.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 1/4 ounces dried bulgur (1 cup)
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 cup (packed) chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, pour 1 cup boiling water over the bulgur. Cover with plastic wrap; let stand until water is absorbed, about 30 minutes.
  • Add cucumber, onion, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; toss to combine. Serve warm, cold, or at room temperature. (To chill, cool, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 day.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 6 g

EASY CHICKEN AND BULGUR SALAD



Easy Chicken and Bulgur Salad image

This light and healthy salad is easy to assemble and take to work.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup raw bulgur wheat
1 small red bell pepper (ribs and seeds removed), finely chopped
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks packed in juice, cut into small pieces, juice reserved
8 ounces boneless, skinless cooked chicken or turkey breast, shredded
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine bulgur, bell pepper, scallions, pineapple with juice, chicken, and oil. Stir in 1/3 cup boiling water. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove from refrigerator, add lime juice, and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper; transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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