Bulgur Lentil Pilaf with Tahini-herb Sauce (Food Network Kitchens) Recipe

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Bulgur Lentil Pilaf with Tahini-herb Sauce (Food Network Kitchens)
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Directions:

  1. For the pilaf: Bring the water and lentils to a boil in a medium saucepan. Adjust the heat to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, fry the onions in the olive oil over medium heat until well browned, about 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add the onions, bulgur, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt to the pan with the lentils, bring to a full simmer, and then cook covered for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand for an additional 15 minutes.
  3. Transfer pilaf to a platter and top with the tomato and herbs. Serve drizzled with the Tahini-herb sauce.
  4. Tahini-herb Sauce:
  5. 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley
  6. 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  7. 1/4 cup water
  8. 1/4 cup tahini
  9. 2 teaspoons honey
  10. 1 garlic clove, smashed
  11. 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  12. Freshly ground black pepper
  13. Puree all the ingredients in a blender or a mini food processor to make a pale green sauce. (This can be made ahead and kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.)
  14. Note: This sauce is also great used as a dip, spread, or salad dressing.
  15. Yield: about 1 cup
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 496.97 Kcal (2081 kJ)
Calories from fat 270.94 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 30.1g 46%
Sodium 808.98mg 34%
Potassium 595.62mg 13%
Total Carbs 44.13g 15%
Sugars 8.74g 35%
Dietary Fiber 16.53g 66%
Protein 13.38g 27%
Vitamin C 13.8mg 23%
Iron 4.1mg 23%
Calcium 74.7mg 7%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 96.56 Kcal (404 kJ)
Calories from fat 52.64 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.85g 46%
Sodium 157.18mg 34%
Potassium 115.73mg 13%
Total Carbs 8.57g 15%
Sugars 1.7g 35%
Dietary Fiber 3.21g 66%
Protein 2.6g 27%
Vitamin C 2.7mg 23%
Iron 0.8mg 23%
Calcium 14.5mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 11.6
    Points
  • 12
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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