Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 cup

cracked wheat

0.75 cup

water

0.5 cup

parsley

chopped

0.25 cup

fresh mint

chopped

0.25 cup

scallion

chopped

1 unit

tomatoes

diced

1 unit

cucumber

peeled, seeded, and diced

1 unit

green pepper

diced

0.5 head

iceberg lettuce

shredded

1 tbsp

salt

3 tbsp

lemon juice

3 tbsp

olive oil

Step 1
~7 min

Soak cracked wheat or bulgur wheat in water for 1 hour or until tender.

Step 2
~7 min

Squeeze out excess water from the soaked wheat.

Step 3
~7 min

Chop parsley, mint, and scallion.

Step 4
~7 min

Dice tomatoes, cucumber, and green pepper.

Step 5
~7 min

Shred iceberg or romaine lettuce.

Step 6
~7 min

Combine the soaked wheat with chopped parsley, mint, scallion, diced tomatoes, cucumber, and green pepper in a large bowl.

Step 7
~7 min

Add shredded lettuce.

Step 8
~7 min

In a separate small bowl, mix salt, lemon juice, and olive oil to create the dressing.

Step 9
~7 min

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.

Step 10
~7 min

Serve chilled.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a more intense flavor, let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Adjust the amount of lemon juice and olive oil to your liking.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Yes, can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled meats or vegetables.

Serve as part of a mezze platter.

Enjoy as a light lunch.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Hummus
Baba Ghanoush
Falafel
Grilled Chicken

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Middle East

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Lebanese and Syrian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid

Occasion Tags

Summer
Picnic
Potluck
BBQ

Popularity Score

70/100

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