This bulgur wheat and date salad offers a delightful combination of sweet dates, crunchy walnuts, and fresh parsley. It’s a nutritious and satisfying salad that’s perfect for a light lunch or a side dish.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup bulgur wheat
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup dates, chopped
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add bulgur wheat, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes until water is absorbed and bulgur is tender. Let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked bulgur, dates, walnuts, parsley, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine.
- Chill before serving to allow flavors to meld.
