Monday, September 2, 2013

Ham and Cheese Tabbouleh Salad

1/2 cup uncooked bulgur...
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)
1/2 cup chopped seeded cucumber
1/2 cup cubed Swiss cheese (2 ounces)
1/4 cup diced fully cooked smoked ham
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon crushed dried mint leaves
3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Lettuce leaves, if desired

Cover bulgur with cold water in bowl. Let stand 30 minutes; drain. Press out as much water as possible.

Place bulgur, tomato, cucumber, cheese, ham, parsley and onions in glass or plastic bowl. Mix remaining ingredients except lettuce leaves; pour over bulgur mixture and toss.

Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. Serve bulgur mixture on lettuce leaves.

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