Lebanese Cracked Wheat Salad : Middle Eastern & Mediterranean Salads

cracked wheat

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is gluten-free and rich in protein, while bulgur is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while vegetable oil is more economical.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: arugula

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Arugula provides a peppery flavor, while dried parsley is budget-friendly.

fresh mint

🥗Healthier: basil

💰Cheaper: dried mint

Basil adds a unique flavor, and dried mint is easier to store.

Pour boiling water over cracked wheat and let it cook for about 10 minutes.

Add chopped tomato, chopped parsley, chopped green onion, chopped cucumber, and chopped fresh mint to the cracked wheat.

Dress the salad with fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and black pepper.

Let the salad stand for about 20 minutes to allow flavors to soak up and come together.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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