Ingredients

  • 1 c. bulghur (fine crushed wheat)
  • 1 cucumber, cut in small dices
  • 2 tomatoes, cut in small pieces
  • 1 medium size onion, minced
  • 10 to 12 sprigs parsley or more, minced
  • 1 green pepper, cut in small pieces
  • 10 large radishes, cut in halves
  • 1/2 c. lemon juice
  • 1/4 c. olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 Tbsp. mint leaves, pulverized

Method

  • Wash bulghur two times; drain lightly.
  • Let set for half hour. Extra water will absorb.
  • May drain and squeeze moisture from it. Mix all greens and vegetables with bulghur well.
  • Add olive oil and lemon juice, plus spices.
  • Garnish with mint and radishes. Serve in bowl with lettuce leaves and small wedges of bread. Serves 6 to 8 people.