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Bulgur and lentil pilaf on a plate with a fork topped with tahini, oregano leaves, and pickled red onions.
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Bulgur Pilaf

A savory middle-eastern inspired pilaf with bulgur, lentils, za’atar seasoning and vegetables.
Prep Time6 minutes
Cook Time19 minutes
Resting10 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Dish, Side Dish
Cuisine: Middle Eastern Inspired
Servings: 6
Calories: 522kcal
Author: Jacqueline Piper

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups medium bulgur with vermicelli
  • 3 cups stock
  • ½ large white onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 19 oz lentils
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoon Za'atar seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup chopped yellow beans
  • ½ cup chopped zucchini
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ground black pepper

To serve

  • tahini optional
  • oregano leaves optional
  • pickled red onion optional

Instructions

  • Heat a large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add the oil, onion, and a sprinkle of kosher salt. Sauté for 3-4 minutes or until browned.
  • Add the zucchini and beans, and a sprinkle of kosher salt, and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softening. Push the vegetables to the outside of the pot.
  • Add the butter and let it melt. Add the bulgur to the butter and cook for 2-3 minutes, lightly toasting, stirring often.
  • Add garlic and za’atar. Stir and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
  • Add the lentils, stock, and half a teaspoon of kosher salt. Stir.
  • Bring to a boil. Add a lid, turn the heat down to medium-low, and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Turn the heat off and let the pot sit covered for another 10 minutes.
  • Remove the lid, stir the pilaf, and add the lemon juice, mixing in. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  • Plate and serve.
  • Garnish with a drizzle of tahini, pickled red onions, and fresh oregano leaves if using.

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Notes

Store leftover pilaf in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 522kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 35g | Sugar: 4g | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 8mg