North African Bulgar Salad

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups bulgur wheat
• 1 1/4 cups boiling water
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• salt & pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
• 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 bunch scallion, chopped
• 1/2 cucumber, chopped
• 1/3 cup black olives, pitted & sliced
• 2 cups feta cheese, crumbled
• lime wedge, to serve

Directions

1. 1

   Place the bulgar wheat in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Then add the boiling water & let soak until all the water is absorbed, around 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir occasionally with a fork to break up any clumps.

4. 4

   While soaking the wheat, broil the red pepper in the oven until softened.

5. 5

   Let cool, then peel & remove the seeds.

6. 6

   Slice into thin strips to be used later.

7. 7

   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, & spices.

8. 8

   Pour the oil mixture over the bulgar wheat, add the herbs & mix well.

9. 9

   Stir in the red pepper strips, scallions, cucumber, olives, & feta cheese. Cover & chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

10. 10

    Garnish with lime wedges.