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Bulgur Pilaf with Spinach





Yields
Serves 8

Time: 40 minutes.

 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
 1 large onion, diced
 2 garlic cloves, minced
 2 cups bulgur wheat
 1 qt. chicken broth or water
 1 pound spinach leaves, chopped
 1 teaspoon salt
 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Step 1
1

Heat a medium pot over medium-high heat, 2 minutes. Add oil, then stir in onion and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until onion is translucent, about 4 minutes.

Step 2
2

Pour in bulgur and stir to coat with oil. Add broth. Let mixture come to a boil, then stir in spinach, cover, and reduce heat to simmer. Cook until all liquid has been absorbed and bulgur is tender, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and lemon juice.

Step 3
3

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0


Amount Per Serving
Calories 209Calories from Fat 33
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.7g12%

Saturated Fat 1g5%
Cholesterol 2.5mg1%
Sodium 823mg35%
Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Dietary Fiber 8.3g34%
Protein 6.8g14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.