Cashew Free Classic Bulgur Salad
Bright, herby, and refreshingly light, this bulgur salad is the kind of dish that earns a permanent spot in your weeknight rotation. Tender grains soaked in boiling water get tossed with a generous hit of fresh lemon juice and good olive oil, then folded together with crisp cucumber, juicy Roma tomatoes, scallion greens, flat-leaf parsley, and fresh mint. The result is layered and vibrant — every forkful delivers something a little different. A pinch of allspice is optional but adds a subtle warmth that makes the whole bowl feel a little more special. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your food — no hidden nuts, no processed sauces, nothing to second-guess. It comes together with minimal effort and tastes even better after a short rest in the fridge, making it a smart choice for meal prep or a last-minute side.
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4 servings
- 1 cup medium bulgur
- 1 ½ cups boiling water
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 medium roma tomatoes, seeded and finely diced
- 1 medium english cucumber, finely diced
- 4 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp ground allspice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the bulgur and 1/2 tsp salt in a large bowl. Pour the boiling water over the bulgur, stir once to combine, then cover the bowl tightly with a plate or plastic wrap and let stand for 15–20 minutes, until the water is fully absorbed and the grains are tender but still have a slight chew.
- 2
Uncover the bulgur and fluff it with a fork. Drizzle the lemon juice and olive oil over the warm bulgur and toss to coat, then spread the bulgur out slightly and let it cool to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
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