Scallion Tabbouleh
Bulgur, or cracked wheat, is a nutritious and tasty side dish that's chewy and nutty. It is high in fiber, which fills you up and keeps you satisfied hours after lunch.
Vegetarian, Low-calorie, Low-fat, Low-carb
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 8
- 1 cup bulgur
- 2 cups boiling water
- ½ cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
- ⅓ cup raisins
- ⅓ cup dried currants
- ½ cup chopped green onion
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
In a medium bowl, combine bulgur and boiling water. Cover and let stand for 20 minutes, or according to package directions, until tender.
Drain to remove excess moisture, if necessary, then transfer to a serving bowl. Add parsley, raisins, currants, and green onion; toss to mix well.
In a small bowl, stir together lime juice, oil, salt, and pepper. Add to the bulgur mixture, toss well, and serve.
Mixture can be heated in the microwave, if desired. Microwave on 50 percent power for 2 to 3 minutes, remove, and stir. Continue microwaving on 50 percent power for 1-minute intervals until mixture is steaming. Let stand for 5 minutes, then serve.
PER SERVING Calories: 130 | Fat: 2 g | Protein: 1.3 g | Sodium: 162 mg | Carbohydrates: 14 g | Fiber: 2 g
Currants
Currants are small berry-like fruits that are most commonly found in red and black varieties. The tart flavor of the red currant is slightly stronger than the black. Because of their strong flavor, currants are usually cooked, dried, or made into jellies, as opposed to being eaten fresh on their own.
