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Turkish Bulgur Pilaf with Vegetables recipe by Safe Plated

Turkish Bulgur Pilaf with Vegetables

A flavorful and nutritious Turkish breakfast made with bulgur, sautéed vegetables, and aromatic spices.

15m prep + 25m cook4 servings
Contains wheatEGG-free
300 cal|10g protein|50g carbs|8g fat|10g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Bulgur
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
  • 1 medium Zucchini
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Mint
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse the bulgur under cold water and set aside.
  2. 2Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3Add red bell pepper and zucchini and cook for another 5 minutes.
  4. 4Stir in tomato paste, dried mint, and cumin. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. 5Add the rinsed bulgur and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the bulgur is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  6. 6Season with salt and pepper and fluff with a fork before serving.

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