Bulgur Wheat Caprese Salad
Bulgur Wheat Caprese Salad is a hearty, fresh salad for two that takes the familiar flavors of a classic Caprese and turns them into a more substantial small meal.The bulgur adds texture and staying power, while the other ingredients keep the salad tasting bright, clean, and summery. It is an easy way to make a simple lunch or light dinner feel complete without preparing too much.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons pine nuts
- 1/2 cup bulgur wheat
- 1 ounce sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 ounce basil leaves
- 4 ounces Mozzarella cheese
- 3.5 ounces cherry tomatoes
- salt and pepper
For the dressing
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 clove garlic
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the bulgur wheat in water according to the directions on the packaging and bring it to a boil, then allow it to summer for approx. 20-30 minutes (unless otherwise indicate on the packaging). Set aside and allow to cool.
- Roast the pine nuts in a skillet or oven until brown and fragrant.
- Drain the sun-dried tomatoes, pat them dry on a paper towel and cut them in pieces.
- Julienne the basil leaves or tear them apart. Cut the mozzarella in small pieces and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Mix all ingredients for the dressing well, add salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss cooled bulgur wheat, pine nut, sun-dried tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, basil in a bowl. Add the dressing and add salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 496kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 21gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 393mgFiber: 9gSugar: 10g