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Turkish Bulgur Salad Recipe (Kısır)

Turkish Bulgur Salad Recipe (Kısır)

Bulgur Wheat, Vegetables, Dressing
Total Time1 hr 15 min
Prep15 min
Cook1 hr
Yield :4 Servings
Level :Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fine bulgur wheat
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 3 green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cucumber, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
  • Lettuce leaves and lemon wedges, for garnish

Directions

  1. Prepare Bulgur Wheat:
    • Place the fine bulgur wheat in a large bowl. Pour enough hot water over the bulgur to cover it by about 1 inch. Let it soak for 10-15 minutes until the bulgur absorbs all the water and becomes tender. Fluff the bulgur with a fork to separate the grains.
  2. Prepare Vegetables:
    • Finely chop the fresh parsley, green onions, tomatoes, and cucumber. Add them to the bowl with the soaked bulgur wheat.
  3. Make Dressing:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, pomegranate molasses, lemon juice, tomato paste, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until well combined.
  4. Combine and Mix:
    • Pour the prepared dressing over the bulgur and vegetable mixture. Toss everything together until the bulgur is well coated with the dressing.
  5. Add Fresh Mint:
    • Add chopped fresh mint to the salad and gently mix it in to distribute evenly.
  6. Chill and Serve:
    • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the kısır for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
  7. Garnish and Serve:
    • Before serving, garnish the kısır with lettuce leaves and lemon wedges for a fresh presentation.
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