Description
A fresh and protein-packed salad made famous as Jennifer Aniston’s go-to meal, featuring bulgur, chickpeas, herbs, and a light lemon dressing—perfect for healthy meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 cup bulgur wheat, cooked and cooled
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup roasted pistachios, chopped
- For Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook bulgur according to package instructions, then let it cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked bulgur, chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
- Add crumbled feta cheese and chopped pistachios.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Serve cold or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can substitute quinoa for bulgur to make it gluten-free.
- Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days—great for meal prep.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Adjust lemon and salt to your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean