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Bring 2 cups water and bulgur to a boil in a small saucepan. Cover, reduce heat, and cook 12 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water. Drain.
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Combine vinegar and next 4 ingredients (through pepper) in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk until sugar dissolves. Add bulgur, peaches, nuts, and mint; toss.
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Grits-Style with Corn-Basil Relish: Bring 2 1/4 cups water and 1 cup uncooked bulgur to a boil in a small saucepan. Cover, reduce heat, and cook 8 minutes. Stir in 2 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Combine 1 cup fresh corn kernels, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil, 1 tablespoon minced shallots, 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Top bulgur mixture with corn mixture. Serves 4 (serving size: 2/3 cup bulgur and 1/4 cup corn relish) CALORIES 209; FAT 5g (sat 2g); SODIUM 324mg
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Tabbouleh-Style: Bring 1 1/2 cups water and 3/4 cup uncooked bulgur to a boil in a small saucepan. Cover, reduce heat, and cook 12 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water. Drain. Combine bulgur, 3/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, 3/4 cup chopped tomato, 3/4 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 thinly sliced green onions in a large bowl; stir to combine. Serves 6 (serving size: 2/3 cup) CALORIES 92; FAT 7g (sat 4g); SODIUM 207mg
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Grilled Zucchini Pilaf: Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, 3/4 cup chopped onion, and 1/3 cup chopped celery; saute 3 minutes. Add 2 cups water and 1 cup bulgur; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 11 minutes. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat; coat with cooking spray. Quarter 1 zucchini. Grill zucchini 5 minutes; dice. Combine bulgur, zucchini, 1/4 cup parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Serve with lemon wedges. Serves 6 (serving size: 2/3 cup) CALORIES 116; FAT 8g (sat 4g); SODIUM 210mg
