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Bulgur with Red Grapes and Feta

Published January 1, 2013. 

Serves 4

Do not use coarse-grind bulgur in this recipe.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups fine- or medium-grind bulgur, rinsed
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Pinch cayenne pepper
  • 6 ounces seedless red grapes, quartered (1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
  • 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup)
  • 2 scallions, sliced thin
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint

Instructions

  1. 1. Combine bulgur, water, ¼ cup lemon juice, and ¼ teaspoon salt in bowl. Let stand until grains are softened, about 60 minutes.

  2. 2. Whisk oil, remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice, cumin, ¼ teaspoon salt, and cayenne together in large bowl. Add soaked bulgur, grapes, 1/3 cup almonds, 1/3 cup feta, scallions, and mint; toss to combine and season with salt to taste. Sprinkle with remaining almonds and feta before serving.

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