Fruited Bulgur and Lentil Salad Recipe

Name: Fruited Bulgur and Lentil Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup medium bulgur; 1/2 cup red lentils; 1/2 cup shredded carrots; 1/2 cup chopped dried plums or dates; 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots; ⅓ cup chopped parsley; 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint; 3 Tbs. fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 Tbs. olive oil; 3 Tbs. pine nuts, toasted; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1 cup medium bulgur
1/2 cup red lentils
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup chopped dried plums or dates
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
⅓ cup chopped parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
3 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 Tbs. olive oil
3 Tbs. pine nuts, toasted
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1
Bring 1 1/2 cups lightly salted water to a boil in large saucepan.
2
Stir in bulgur.
3
Remove pan from heat, cover and let stand 30 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
4
Fluff bulgur with fork, transfer to bowl and let cool.
5
Meanwhile, combine lentils in saucepan with enough water to cover by 1/2 inch.
6
Heat over medium heat, and cook until lentils are tender, about 5 minutes.
7
Drain, rinse under cold running water and drain well.
8
Add lentils, carrots, dried plums, apricots, parsley, mint, lemon juice, oil and pine nuts to bulgur, and toss to mix.
9
Season to taste with salt and pepper.

905

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 1 cup medium bulgur, 1/2 cup red lentils, 1/2 cup shredded carrots, 1/2 cup chopped dried plums or dates, and more.

Yes, Fruited Bulgur and Lentil Salad 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.

Fruited Bulgur and Lentil Salad

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