Recipe of Tomato-Bulgur Salad - Food Recipes

* Exported from MasterCook Mac * Tomato-Bulgur Salad

Recipe By : The Rodale Cookbook (p134)
Serving Size : 1
Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Side dishes, salads*

Ingredients - Preparation Method:

1/2 cup coarsely ground bulgur cold water to cover 1/3 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped parsley 3 medium tomatoes -- chopped 1/3 cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon kelp powder or salt 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint, OR 1 tablespoon dried mint Garnish: romaine lettuce fresh parsley or mint Place bulgur in a bowl and pour enough cold water over bulgur to cover completely. Allow it to soak for about 10-15 minutes. Drain bulgur in a sieve or colander lined with a double thickness of dampened cheesecloth. Wrap the bulgur in the cheesecloth and squeeze it vigorously until completely dry. Place the drained bulgur in a deep bowl and add the chopped onion, parsley, tomatoes, lemon juice and kelp powder or sal. Toss the mixture gently but thoroughly. Place in refrigerator, covered, for about one hour to blend flavors. Just before serving, stir in the olive oil and the chopped mint; adjust seasoning. Mound the salad in a serving dish surround by romaine lettuce leaves. Garnish with additional mint or fresh parsley, if desired. 4-6 servings. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -