Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4
Light, refreshing, and bursting with flavors—Bulgur Wheat Salad with Pomegranate & Mint is the perfect blend of wholesome grains, juicy pomegranate seeds, and fragrant fresh herbs! 🍃✨ This vibrant dish is packed with fiber, antioxidants, and refreshing citrusy notes, making it an ideal side dish or light meal. Serve it chilled for a refreshing Mediterranean-inspired experience!
Ingredients For Bulgur Wheat Salad with Pomegranate & Mint
🔥 For the Salad:
☑ 1 cup bulgur wheat, cooked and fluffed 🌾
☑ ½ cup pomegranate seeds ❤️
☑ ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped 🌿
☑ ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped 🍃
☑ ¼ small red onion, finely diced 🧅
☑ 1 small cucumber, diced 🥒
☑ ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
🔥 For the Dressing:
☑ 2 tablespoons🥄 extra virgin olive oil 🛢️
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 lemon juice 🍋
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 pomegranate molasses (optional for extra tang) ✨
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 salt 🧂
☑ ¼ teaspoon🥄 black pepper 🌿
👩🍳 Cooking Steps For Bulgur Wheat Salad with Pomegranate & Mint
🔥 Step 1: Cook the Bulgur Wheat
1️⃣ Rinse the bulgur and place it in a bowl.
2️⃣ Pour in 1 ½ cups boiling water, cover, and let it sit for 10–15 minutes until fluffy.
3️⃣ Fluff with a fork and let it cool.
🔥 Step 2: Prepare the Salad
1️⃣ In a large bowl, combine cooled bulgur, pomegranate seeds, mint, parsley, red onion, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes.
🔥 Step 3: Make the Dressing
1️⃣ Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, pomegranate molasses (if using), salt, and black pepper.
2️⃣ Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat.
🔥 Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
1️⃣ Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with extra pomegranate seeds and mint.
2️⃣ Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor.
🥗 Fresh, zesty, and full of color—this Bulgur Wheat Salad is a perfect healthy meal bursting with Mediterranean goodness! 🌿🍋
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