Vegetable salad with bulgur

6 servings

45 minutes

Vegetable salad with bulgur is a true embodiment of Turkish culinary tradition, combining freshness, nutrition, and the aroma of Eastern spices. Bulgur, one of the main ingredients, adds a rich nutty flavor and light texture that pairs well with roasted vegetables. Cabbage and pumpkin roasted with olive oil and Italian herbs become tender and expressive. A dressing made from garlic, honey, and lemon juice adds a special zest, creating a balance of sweet, sour, and spicy notes. Apples in the mix add juiciness while nuts provide a crunchy touch. This salad is perfect as a light standalone dish or a refreshing side to meat and fish dishes. It is rich in fiber and healthy fats, making it an excellent choice for healthy eating.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 605
• Proteins: 13g
• Fats: 40.5g
• Carbohydrates: 44.7g

Ingredients

• Bulgur: 1 glass
• Cauliflower: 1 pc
• Pumpkin: 350 g
• Apple: 1 pc
• Italian Herb Blend: 2 tsp
• Parsley: 1 bunch
• Cashew: 20 g
• Almond: 20 g
• Hazelnut: 20 g
• Olive oil: 1 glass
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Lemon: 1 pc
• Honey: 1 tsp
• Salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Cook bulgur in boiling salted water until ready and drain in a colander.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bulgur: 1 glass
   • Salt:  to taste

2. Divide the cabbage into small florets. Cut the pumpkin into cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cauliflower: 1 piece
   • Pumpkin: 350 g

3. Line a baking tray with parchment paper, arrange the cabbage and pumpkin, season with salt and pepper, sprinkle with Italian herbs, drizzle with olive oil and place in a preheated oven at 190 °C for 20 minutes. Then remove the vegetables, stir them, drizzle with olive oil again and bake for another 15 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cauliflower: 1 piece
   • Pumpkin: 350 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Italian Herb Blend: 2 teaspoons
   • Olive oil: 1 glass

4. To prepare the dressing, crush a clove of garlic with the flat side of a knife and chop finely. In a bowl, mix 2/3 cup of olive oil, honey, garlic, the juice of one lemon, salt, and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 1 clove
   • Olive oil: 1 glass
   • Honey: 1 teaspoon
   • Lemon: 1 piece
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste

5. Chop the nuts into small pieces, dice the apple, and coarsely chop the parsley.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cashew: 20 g
   • Almond: 20 g
   • Hazelnut: 20 g
   • Apple: 1 piece
   • Parsley: 1 bunch

6. In a deep salad bowl, mix roasted vegetables, bulgur, apple, sprinkle with parsley, and drizzle with dressing.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cauliflower: 1 piece
   • Pumpkin: 350 g
   • Bulgur: 1 glass
   • Apple: 1 piece
   • Parsley: 1 bunch
   • Olive oil: 1 glass

7. Mix and sprinkle with nuts.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cashew: 20 g
   • Almond: 20 g
   • Hazelnut: 20 g