Bulgur Wheat, Veggie & Chickpea Salad
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Bulgur Wheat, Veggie & Chickpea Salad

Bulgur is the star whole grain of this simple and colorful salad.

35 min8 servings

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Values are per serving · Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe

150

Calories

7g

Protein

29g

Carbs

2g

Fat

7g

Fiber

3g

Sugar

79mg

Sodium

Saturated Fat 0 g · Cholesterol 0 mg

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Ingredients

  • onion, chopped

    1 medium

  • broccoli, chopped

    1 cup

  • carrots, shredded

    1 cup

  • green pepper, chopped

    1 small · or red or yellow pepper

  • fresh parsley, chopped

    1/3 cup · or 2 tablespoons dried

  • canola oil

    1 teaspoon · or cooking oil of choice

  • dry bulgur

    1 1/2 cups

  • low-sodium chicken broth

    2 cups

  • low-sodium canned chickpeas, drained

    1 cup · garbanzo beans

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash hands with soap and water.

  2. 2

    Wash and chop fresh onion, broccoli, carrots, pepper and parsley (if using fresh parsley).

  3. 3

    Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook until soft.

  4. 4

    Add bulgur and stir to coat. Add 2 cups chicken broth to the skillet, bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Lower the heat, add remaining vegetables and chickpeas. Cook for 10 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.

  6. 6

    Add parsley and stir. Serve warm or cold.

Source: USDA MyPlate Kitchen · Recipe Adapted from: 5 A Day Bulger Wheat Choices: Steps Toward Health University of Massachusetts Extension Nutrition Education Program

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