Lebanese salad
Lebanese salad with bulgur and fresh vegetables
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Number of servings: 4
If you're looking for a simple and delicious recipe, Lebanese salad is the perfect choice! This refreshing salad, full of flavors, is not only an ideal accompaniment to any meal but also a healthy option to serve on warm days. Here’s how to prepare it step by step for a perfect result.
Ingredients:
- 200 g bulgur (you can also use quinoa or couscous for a gluten-free option)
- 2 bunches of fresh parsley
- 1 large ripe tomato
- 1 small onion
- 1 cucumber
- Juice of two medium lemons
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- A few sprigs of fresh mint
- Salt, to taste
Step 1: Preparing the bulgur
Start by preparing the bulgur, as it takes time to cook. In a pot, add 300 ml of water and a teaspoon of salt. Bring the water to a boil, and when it boils, add the bulgur. Let it boil for 10 minutes. It is essential for the water to be hot when adding the bulgur to achieve a perfect texture.
Step 2: Fluffing the bulgur
After 10 minutes, remove the pot from the heat and cover it with a lid. Let the bulgur fluff for 5 minutes. This step is crucial for getting fluffy and tasty bulgur. Once the time is up, drain any excess water and let the bulgur cool.
Step 3: Preparing the vegetables
Meanwhile, wash the vegetables well. Dice the tomato, cucumber, and onion into small cubes. It is important to cut them evenly to ensure a pleasant presentation and a balanced combination of flavors. The parsley and mint should also be finely chopped to release their intense aromas.
Step 4: Assembling the salad
In a large bowl, combine the cooled bulgur with the diced vegetables. Add the olive oil and lemon juice, adjusting the amount of salt to taste. Mix everything with a spatula or a large spoon, being careful not to crush the vegetables. Finally, add the chopped fresh mint and mix gently to avoid damaging it.
Personal note:
For an extra flavor boost, you can add black olives or crumbled feta cheese. Also, if you want to give it a spicy kick, you can sprinkle a little ground chili pepper.
Step 5: Serving
The Lebanese salad is served cold, making it ideal as an appetizer or as a side dish with grilled meat. It is perfect for picnics or summer meals, bringing an explosion of flavors in every bite.
Enjoy this simple and healthy recipe, which is sure to become a favorite in your menu! Bon appétit!
Ingredients: 2 bunches of fresh parsley, 1 tomato, 1 onion, 1 cucumber, juice from two lemons, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, fresh mint, salt to taste, optional bulgur (for subjective reasons, I did not use bulgur).
