Bulgur & lentil salad

Prep time: 30 mins

Cooking time: 15 mins Ingredients 3 cups water 1 cup bulgur wheat 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced 2 tbsp capers 1 1/2 cups lentil sprouts 2 spring onions, thinly sliced 2 medium tomatoes, chopped 1 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped For dressing mix together: 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 3-4 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper

iceberg lettuce, torn (optional) Method 1. Bring water to a boil over high heat then stir in bulgur wheat, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until tender, for about 15 mins. Drain in a fine sieve and leave to cool to room temperature. In a large bowl, combine cooled bulgur wheat with remaining salad ingredients and toss well. Pour dressing over salad and toss until well covered. Add lettuce, if using, when ready to serve.

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(serves 2)