Sugar-Free Fragrant Bulgur Pilaf
Elevate your weeknight meals with this aromatic and wholesome Sugar-Free Fragrant Bulgur Pilaf, a delightful twist on a classic side dish. Infused with the warm spices of a cinnamon stick and cumin seeds, this pilaf achieves a perfect balance of savory and subtly fragrant flavors. The nuttiness of toasted pine nuts and the bright zest of lemon add layers of texture and freshness to every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe uses hearty bulgur wheat simmered in vegetable broth for a fiber-rich, sugar-free dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Garnished with vibrant parsley and served warm, it’s the ideal companion to roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or simply enjoyed on its own. Perfect for those seeking healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-make recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup bulgur wheat
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
Instructions
Rinse the bulgur wheat in a fine mesh strainer under cold running water. Drain well and set aside.
In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until the garlic is fragrant.
Add the rinsed bulgur wheat to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains with the oil, cooking for 2 minutes to toast slightly.
Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the cinnamon stick, cumin seeds, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and the bulgur is tender.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Discard the cinnamon stick and bay leaf.
Fluff the bulgur pilaf with a fork, then gently stir in the chopped parsley, lemon zest, and toasted pine nuts.
Adjust seasoning to taste, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1248 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.0 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3527 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.6 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.4 g | 159% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 35.7 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 251 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2026 mg | 43% | |
*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.
