Bulgur Red Pepper Cucumber and Cheese Salad
Bright, refreshing, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Bulgur Red Pepper Cucumber and Cheese Salad is a wholesome dish perfect for any occasion. Nutty bulgur wheat forms the hearty base, beautifully complemented by crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and briny crumbled feta cheese. Fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal freshness, while a tangy lemon and olive oil dressing ties it all together. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no need for extensive cooking, this vibrant salad makes a quick and healthy side dish or light main course. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for an easy-to-make meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for lunch, potlucks, or meal prep, this versatile recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen! Keywords: bulgur salad, cucumber and pepper salad, feta cheese salad, Mediterranean salad recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup bulgur wheat
- 2 cups hot water
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 large cucumber
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup parsley
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Place the bulgur wheat in a large bowl and pour the hot water over it.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a plate and let it sit for 15 minutes to absorb the water.
Meanwhile, dice the red bell pepper and cucumber into small bite-sized pieces.
Chop the parsley finely and crumble the feta cheese, if not pre-crumbled.
Once the bulgur has absorbed all the water, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains.
Add the diced red bell pepper, cucumber, parsley, and feta cheese to the bulgur in the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently until evenly coated.
Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, if time allows.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.6 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2112 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.2 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.6 g | 138% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 37.5 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 586 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1769 mg | 38% | |
*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.
