Chickpea, Bulgur and Tomato Pilaf
This classic Greek dish is super-easy to prepare and can be made as many as 2 days ahead.
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This classic Greek dish is super-easy to prepare and can be made as many as 2 days ahead.
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked bulgur or cracked wheat
- 15-oz. can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup diced plum tomatoes
- 1 cup sliced scallions (white and light green parts)
- 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel
Preparation
In large bowl, combine bulgur and 1 cup boiling water. Cover and let stand 30 minutes.
Fluff bulgur with fork. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and remaining ingredients; stir well. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
- Calories 245
- Carbohydrate Content 39 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 8 g
- Fiber Content 8 g
- Protein Content 7 g
- Saturated Fat Content 1 g
- Sodium Content 224 mg
- Sugar Content 0 g