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Bulgur, Cucumber, Dill and Mint Salad

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Heres a cool combination thats excellent with salmon. Because the bulgur is not cooked, it needs to sit overnight in the dressing to soften, so begin preparing it a day ahead.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 20 Servings

Ingredients

2 cups fresh lemon juice
1 1/3 cups extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup minced garlic
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups bulgur (Also called cracked wheat)
6 medium cucumbers (about 4 pounds), peeled, seeded, chopped
4 cups chopped fresh parsley
3 cups chopped green onions
3 cups chopped red bell pepper
1 cup chopped fresh dill
2/3 cup chopped fresh mint

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk lemon juice, oil, garlic and salt in very large bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with pepper. Mix in bulgur.

    Step 2

    Mix remaining ingredients in medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon atop bulgur (do not mix). Cover and chill overnight or up to 2 days. Toss salad. Transfer to serving bowl.

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