MEDITERRANEAN BULGUR SALAD

Serves: 6-8

1 cup (250 mL) fine bulgur 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) salt

1 1/4 cups (310 mL) very hot water

1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh lemon juice

2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped fresh oregano

1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped drained capers

1/4 tsp (1 mL) freshly ground pepper

1 clove garlic, crushed

1/4 cup (60 mL) olive oil

4 cups (1 L) coarsely chopped romaine lettuce

1 1/3 cups (330 mL) diced seeded English cucumber

1/2 cup (125 mL) crumbled

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feta cheese

1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped red

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onion

1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped pitted

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kalamata olives

1. Combine bulgur and salt in a bowl. Stir in hot water. Cover bowl with plastic wrap. Let stand until water is absorbed and bulgur is tender, about 20 minutes; set aside.

2. Meanwhile, to prepare dressing, whisk together lemon juice, oregano, capers, pepper and garlic until combined. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Combine bulgur, lettuce, cucumber, cheese, onion and olives in a bowl.

3. Add dressing and toss to combine. Serve immediately.