Name: Spiced Veg with Lemony Bulgur Wheat Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 cups of bulgur wheat; 4 cups of vegetable broth; 2 tablespoons of olive oil; 1 red onion, sliced; 2 bell peppers, sliced; 2 zucchinis, sliced; 2 teaspoons of cumin; 2 teaspoons of paprika; 1 teaspoon of turmeric; 1 lemon, juiced; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh cilantro for garnish

Spiced Veg with Lemony Bulgur Wheat Salad Recipe

Merilyn Toro Modified: February 18, 2024

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How To Make Spiced Veg with Lemony Bulgur Wheat Salad

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 25 minutes

Total: 40 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

2 cups of bulgur wheat
4 cups of vegetable broth
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 red onion, sliced
2 bell peppers, sliced
2 zucchinis, sliced
2 teaspoons of cumin
2 teaspoons of paprika
1 teaspoon of turmeric
1 lemon, juiced
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the bulgur wheat, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the red onion and sauté for 2 minutes.
Add the bell peppers and zucchinis to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
Sprinkle the cumin, paprika, and turmeric over the vegetables. Stir to coat evenly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the cooked vegetables and toss to combine.
Remove from heat and serve the spiced vegetables over a bed of cooked bulgur wheat.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!