Tabbouleh Salad – Cracked Wheat Salad

This Middle Eastern cracked wheat salad is a delicious side dish. This salad can also be served in a pita pocket.

Serves 8

Ingredients

1. 1 1/2 cups water
2. 3/4 cup bulgur (cracked wheat), rinsed and drained
3. 1 cup diced, seeded tomatoes
4. 1 cup chopped parsley
5. 1/2 cup chopped scallions or green onions
6. 1 teaspoon dill weed
7. 4 black olives, sliced
8. 1/4 cup raisins
9. 1/4 cup lemon juice
10. 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
11. Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Remove from heat and add the bulgur. Cover and let stand until the bulgur is tender and the liquid is completely absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes.

In a large bowl, add the bulgur and the remaining ingredients. Toss gently just until the ingredients are evenly distributed. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours to allow the flavors to blend. Serve Tabbouleh Salad chilled.