Bulgur Cherry Walnut Salad
A nutty, sweet, and tangy salad with bulgur wheat, dried cherries, crunchy walnuts, and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
- 1 cup 180g bulgur wheat
- 2 cups 480ml water or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup 75g dried cherries, chopped
- 1/3 cup 40g walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 1/4 cup 30g red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup 15g fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup 15g fresh mint, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional, for warmth
- Juice of 1 lemon about 2 tbsp/30ml
- 3 tablespoons 45ml olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional, for extra sweetness1 cup (180g) bulgur wheat
- 2 cups 480ml water or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup 75g dried cherries, chopped
- 1/3 cup 40g walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 1/4 cup 30g red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup 15g fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup 15g fresh mint, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional, for warmth
- Juice of 1 lemon about 2 tbsp/30ml
- 3 tablespoons 45ml olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional, for extra sweetness
Instructions
Cook the Bulgur:
- In a saucepan, bring water or vegetable broth to a boil.
- Stir in bulgur wheat, cover, and reduce heat to low.
- Let it simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the bulgur is tender.
- Fluff with a fork and let it cool slightly.
Toast the Walnuts:
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Once fragrant and golden, remove from heat and let them cool.
Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey (if using), salt, black pepper, and cinnamon.
Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine cooked bulgur, chopped dried cherries, toasted walnuts, red onion, parsley, and mint.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything until well mixed.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve immediately or let it chill for 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Enjoy on its own or as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish!
Notes
- For a nut-free version: Substitute walnuts with sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds.
- For extra protein: Add crumbled feta cheese or chickpeas.
- For a citrus twist: Add orange zest or swap lemon juice for orange juice.
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days.