Toros Salad

Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavors, Toros Salad is a vibrant bulgur-based dish that’s perfect for a light meal or as a refreshing side. Combining the nutty chew of fine bulgur with crisp vegetables like cucumber, bell pepper, and tomatoes, this salad is elevated with fragrant herbs like parsley and mint. The real magic happens with a tangy dressing made from lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and the sweet-tart touch of pomegranate molasses, seasoned with sumac and cumin for a subtle depth of flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes and ideal for meal prepping or serving at gatherings, this wholesome, no-cook recipe is a celebration of fresh, healthy ingredients. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, Toros Salad is a must-try for anyone craving a taste of Mediterranean sunshine.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup fine bulgur
• 1.5 cups boiling water
• 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses
• 1 teaspoon ground sumac
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the bulgur in a medium-sized heatproof bowl. Add the boiling water, stir, cover, and let it sit for 10-15 minutes until the bulgur absorbs the water and softens.

Step 2

Fluff the soaked bulgur with a fork and allow it to cool to room temperature.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and green bell pepper.

Step 4

Add the cooled bulgur to the vegetable mixture and gently toss to combine.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, pomegranate molasses, sumac, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.

Step 8

Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1672.1 grams (1672.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1588

Total Fat 63.40g	81%
Saturated Fat 9.00g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2581mg	112%
Total Carbohydrate 246.60g	90%
Dietary Fiber 63.40g	226%
Total Sugars 51.80g
Protein 44.80g	90%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1113mg	86%
Iron 31mg	169%
Potassium 5101mg	109%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.9%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 56.8%