Bulgur Salad in Lemon Baskets |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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Guest will ooh and aah at these fancy fruit bowls. and rave when they taste the mouthwatering veggie medley. Ingredients:
2/3 cup uncooked bulgur |
2 cups boiling water |
1-1/3 cups diced seeded tomatoes |
2 tablespoons sliced green onions |
1/2 cup diced peeled cucumber |
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley |
3 tablespoons vegetable oil |
3 tablespoons lemon juice |
2 teaspoons sugar |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon oregano |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
12 medium lemons |
Directions:
1. Place bulgur in a bowl. Stir in water; cover and let stand for 30 minutes or until moist of the liquid is absorbed. Drain and squeeze dry. Stir in the tomatoes, onions, cucumber and parsley. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, lemon juice, sugar, salt, oregano and pepper; shake well. Pour over bulgur mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate.
2. Referring to Fig. 1 at top right, score a 1/2-in.-wide strip around top of lemons for basket handles. Score peel from base of handle on one side to opposite side. Cut along lines with a sharp knife. Remove peel. Repeat on other side. Using a sharp knife and spoon, scoop out pulp under handle and inside basket. Fill with salad. Yield: 12 servings.
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