Bulgur, Broccoli and Feta Cheese Pilaf
The tang of feta cheese gives this simple dish character. For a pleasing accompaniment, try sliced oranges and red onion drizzled with vinaigrette.
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The tang of feta cheese gives this simple dish character. For a pleasing accompaniment, try sliced oranges and red onion drizzled with vinaigrette.
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked bulgur
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 3 to 4 Tbs. olive oil
- 4 medium cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 1 bunch broccoli, stalks peeled and cut into bite-size pieces, florets separated (5 cups)
- 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (5 oz.)
- 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
Preparation
In small saucepan, combine bulgur, salt and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until water is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside, covered.
Meanwhile, in large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring often, 30 to 60 seconds; do not brown. Stir in tomatoes and cook 2 minutes.
Add broccoli and oregano; mix well. Add 1/4 cup water, cover and increase heat to medium-high. Cook until broccoli is just tender, uncovering and stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
Stir in cooked bulgur, feta and pepper. Drizzle with remaining 1 to 2 tablespoons oil and serve.
Nutrition Information
- Calories 245
- Carbohydrate Content 24 g
- Cholesterol Content 37 mg
- Fat Content 13 g
- Fiber Content 7 g
- Protein Content 9 g
- Saturated Fat Content 5 g
- Sodium Content 512 mg
- Sugar Content 0 g