Eej: spicy red cabbage & bulgur salad

Indulge in the bold flavors of spicy red cabbage and hearty bulgur wheat in this vibrant salad. A perfect harmony of textures and tastes.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Chopped Onion
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1/4 cup Lemon Juice
• 2 teaspoons Tomato Paste
• 2 teaspoons Pomegranate Molasses
• 2 teaspoons Red Chili Pepper Paste, or to taste
• 1 teaspoon Dried Mint
• 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
• 1/2 cup Bulgur #2 (medium grind)
• 1 1/2 cups shredded Red Cabbage
• 1 cup diced Tomatoes
• 1 cup chopped Parsley, loosely packed
• 2 stalks Green Onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Mint, roughly chopped

Instructions:

1. Heat some oil in a small pan over medium heat and cook the onion until it becomes soft and see-through, around 4-5 minutes.
2. Combine the lemon juice, tomato paste, pepper paste, pomegranate molasses, dried mint, cumin, and salt by whisking them together until mixed.
3. Mix in the bulgur and the sautéed onions with the olive oil, stirring to cover the bulgur. Set it aside and let the bulgur soak and soak up all the liquids, for approximately 30 minutes. The longer it rests, the more flavorful it becomes.
4. Mix all the salad ingredients together, then add the bulgur mixture and stir well. Let it sit for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
5. Taste and adjust the salt and spices as needed, then savor the dish.

Summary:

• Calories: 685 kcal
• Fat: 30 g
• Protein: 16 g
• Carbs: 101 g
• Potassium: 1986 mg
• Magnesium: 254 mg