Breakfast Bulgur with Pears
Start your morning with a cozy and nutrient-packed bowl of Breakfast Bulgur with Pears, a delightful twist on traditional hot cereals. This wholesome recipe combines tender bulgur wheat with creamy milk (dairy or non-dairy options work perfectly), sweet honey or maple syrup, and a warming hint of cinnamon and vanilla. Topped with juicy, fresh pear slices, crunchy chopped nuts, and chewy dried fruits like raisins or cranberries, this breakfast is a textural dream bursting with flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a quick and filling option for busy mornings. Perfect for those seeking a healthy start, this fiber-rich dish is naturally sweetened and versatile enough for customization.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup bulgur wheat
- 2 cups water
- 1 medium pear
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or almonds)
- 2 tablespoons raisins or dried cranberries
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
Add the bulgur wheat and a pinch of salt to the boiling water. Stir briefly, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the bulgur is tender and the water has been absorbed.
While the bulgur is cooking, wash and core the pear. Cut it into small cubes or thin slices, depending on your preference.
Once the bulgur is cooked, stir in the milk, honey or maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix well to combine and warm over low heat for 2-3 minutes.
Divide the bulgur mixture into two bowls. Top each bowl with the fresh pear, chopped nuts, and raisins or dried cranberries.
Serve warm and enjoy a nourishing start to your day!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 298 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.0 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.6 g | 127% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 438 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1364 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
