Bulgur Wheat Stuffed Tomato Recipe

Name: Bulgur Wheat Stuffed Tomato Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. Fine-grain bulgur wheat; 1 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 c. Minced onions; 1/2 c. Minced red delicious apple (toss in lemon juice to prevent browning); 4 x Beautiful ripe tomatoes hollowed out; 2 Tbsp. Finely-minced tomato pulp from above; 1/2 c. Minced parsley; 1/3 c. Minced walnuts; 1/4 c. Minced mint; 2 Tbsp. Lemon juice; 1 tsp Lemon zest; 1 1/2 tsp Cumin; 1 1/2 tsp Coriander Salt to taste Freshly grnd black pepper to taste Greens

Servings: persons

1 c. Fine-grain bulgur wheat
1 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
1/2 c. Minced onions
1/2 c. Minced red delicious apple (toss in lemon juice to prevent browning)
4 x Beautiful ripe tomatoes hollowed out
2 Tbsp. Finely-minced tomato pulp from above
1/2 c. Minced parsley
1/3 c. Minced walnuts
1/4 c. Minced mint
2 Tbsp. Lemon juice
1 tsp Lemon zest
1 1/2 tsp Cumin
1 1/2 tsp Coriander Salt to taste Freshly grnd black pepper to taste Greens

1
Rinse the bulgur wheat in a sieve and place in a bowl, covered with cold water.
2
Let stand for 30 min, drain excess liquid.
3
Meanwhile, heat the extra virgin olive oil in a small saute/fry pan, add in the onions and apple and cook for 2 min.
4
Hollow out the tomatoes to make room for the salad (reserving 2 Tbsp.
5
of the pulp).
6
In a large mixing bowl, combine the bulgur wheat, onions, apples, minced tomato innards, and all the remaining ingredients (except greens); blend well.
7
Adjust the seasonings.
8
Chill overnight and check seasonings before you fill the tomatoes.
9
Serve on greens.
10
This recipe yields 4 entree salads.

232

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. Fine-grain bulgur wheat, 1 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 c. Minced onions, 1/2 c. Minced red delicious apple (toss in lemon juice to prevent browning), and more.

Yes, Bulgur Wheat Stuffed Tomato Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!