PEAR TABBOULEH SALAD
MAKES 4 SERVINGS
INGREDIENTS
1 can (15 ounces) Bartlett pear halves or slices, in juice
1 cup bulgur wheat
1/2 cup peeled, seeded and sliced cucumber
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill weed or 2 teaspoons dried dill weed
2 tablespoons chopped mint
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
METHOD
Drain pears, reserving 1 tablespoon juice. Dice pears and set aside. Place bulgur in a large bowl; pour boiling water over bulgur just to cover. Let sit 30 minutes or until water is completely absorbed. Fold in pears, cucumber, green onions, dill and mint. Toss with lemon juice, reserved pear juice and pepper. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (PER SERVING)Calories 187
Protein 5g
Carbohydrate 44g
Fiber 9g
Fat 1g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 13mg
