Sunday, May 17, 2015

Blueberry and Feta Bulgur Salad with Mint Dressing

  • 1 c. cracked bulgur wheat
  • 3/4 c. mint leaves
  • 1/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 T. lemon juice
  • 1/2 t. kosher salt
  • 1/2 t. black pepper
  • 1 1/2 c. English cucumber, diced
  • 1 1/4 c. blueberries
  • 3/4 c. thinly sliced red onion, soaked in cold water for 10 minutes, then drainedd
  • 2 oz. feta, crumbled (about 1/2 c.)

Bring 1 c. water to boil in a small saucepan.  Combine the water and bulgur in a mixing bowl.  Let stand, covered, 25 minutes, or until all water is absorbed.

Place the mint, oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a blender; process until pureed. 

Use a fork to fluff the bulgur.  Add the dressing, cucumber, blueberries, onion and feta to the grains; toss to combine.

Serves 8 (3/4c.); 200 calories.

VERDICT:  Very good, and the recipe promises you can make it up to two days ahead--perfect for summer lunches!  A little wonky with serving sizes--we got six servings of approximately 3/4 c.--but definitely a keeper.

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