Cilantro Tabbouleh With Dried Cranberries Recipe

Name: Cilantro Tabbouleh With Dried Cranberries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: cooking spray; ¼ cup shallot, finely chopped; 4 ½ cups fat free chicken broth or 4 ½ cups vegetable stock; 2 cups bulgur wheat; 2 cups cucumbers, seeded and chopped; ⅓ cup dried cranberries; ½ cup fresh cilantro, snipped; 1 teaspoon lime zest, finely grated; ¼ cup lime juice; ¼ teaspoon pepper; lime wedge (optional)

Servings: persons

cooking spray
¼ cup shallot, finely chopped
4 ½ cups fat free chicken broth or 4 ½ cups vegetable stock
2 cups bulgur wheat
2 cups cucumbers, seeded and chopped
⅓ cup dried cranberries
½ cup fresh cilantro, snipped
1 teaspoon lime zest, finely grated
¼ cup lime juice
¼ teaspoon pepper
lime wedge (optional)

1
Prepare a large saucepan with a quick shot of cooking spray.
2
Place over medium heat.
3
Add the diced shallots and cook, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes until the shallots begin to soften.
4
Add stock and bring to a boil.
5
Once boiling, add the bulgar and reduce to a low simmer.
6
Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
7
Transfer the cooked bulgar to a bowl and chill for three hours.
8
In a second bowl, combine the cucumbers, chopped cilantro, cranberries, pepper and lime zest.
9
Combine this mix with the chilled bulgar mixing well until it is fully incorporated.
10
Serve with lime wedges.
11
Note: This keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: cooking spray, ¼ cup shallot, finely chopped, 4 ½ cups fat free chicken broth or 4 ½ cups vegetable stock, 2 cups bulgur wheat, and more.

Yes, Cilantro Tabbouleh With Dried Cranberries falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Cilantro Tabbouleh With Dried Cranberries

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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